I'm Keyra

Cat Lady With 8 Years Experience

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46 Reviews
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17 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

Keyra is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Cat Lady With 8 Years Experience

I'm Keyra

Cat Sitting in Austin, TX

Hi friends. I'm Kay, a life long cat owner and admirer. I have also been a cat groomer for the past 8 years, and cat sitter for the past 5. I am Fear-Free and Pet CPR certified.

I'm a naturally calm and compassionate person, who understands that each cat has their own unique personality, interests...
Hi friends. I'm Kay, a life long cat owner and admirer. I have also been a cat groomer for the past 8 years, and cat sitter for the past 5. I am Fear-Free and Pet CPR certified.

I'm a naturally calm and compassionate person, who understands that each cat has their own unique personality, interests and needs.

As someone who travels frequently, I empathize with the concerns that arise when leaving your pets behind, and strive to provide the kind of care I would want for my own pets and home.

Reliable, trustworthy and loving, I will provide care tailored to you and your cats unique needs.

Learn More About Keyra

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

One of the first families to hire me when I moved to Austin. At that time they had one cat who was still very young, less than a year old. She was extremely cuddly and playful. They soon after got her a playmate, who unfortunately had to undergo some medical treatments. I sat them both, through her medical treatments, and she is doing great now. They are both big girls now, and although they're not as cuddly as other cats, I still feel very blessed when they allow me to cuddle them briefly. They love to play together and I'm so happy they have one another. (The family also has a dog and a baby now, so watching the family grow has been very sweet.)

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

Cats may seem easy to care for, but they are also sensitive animals with very unique personalities. Always meet your sitter and evaluate whether they have the experience, knowledge and reliability your cat deserves.

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

I prefer to do an in person meet and greet when at all possible, though I can do them via video or phone call. I ask lots of questions regarding the cats typical behavior, health and play preferences. I make sure to get detailed instructions for feeding, and find out where cleaning supplies are. If in person, I like that the pet and parent can get a feel for me as well; I think this can calm some anxiety when traveling. I can also get a feel for the cat and home, and can ensure a safe and secure environment for them and myself alike.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

Skills:

Animal CPR Trained

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Cecilia

Cecilia

June 2, 2026

I recently moved to Austin from Dubai where I had an excellent cat sitter, I didn’t travel for weeks as I was worried for my four cats, who will look after them? how will they adjust? how to introduce someone new on top of new environment? All my four cats are rescues and the youngest one (Pepito) has trust issues, he bolts and hides for hours at the time, on one ocassion he was so stressed with strangers, he had a bladder inflamation, the other three cats (Teo, Billy & Joaquin) are somewhat social and love treats and company. I traveled for a week, Keyra knew how to treat them, respected Pepito’s space until he came around on the 3rd day, she sent me pictures of the cats having a good time, overall I am very happy. Keyra was very receptive and learned quickly how to manage the automatic litter box, water fountain and feeders (all petkit) and also gave the cats wet food, made them play and did a great service to the house by moving the trash container to the curb on pick up day.

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Katrina

Katrina

April 28, 2026

Keyra was amazing with my two cats and so easy to communicate with. She's professional and kind, and she gave me some tips for my next trip. From all of the pictures she sent during our trip, it's clear that my cats warmed up to her quickly. She provided a daily update, and also helped us with our mail and taking out the trash. I will definitely use her again for our next trip.

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Chelsea

Chelsea

April 27, 2026

Always so grateful when Keyra watches my two cats! They have so much energy and she’s so great at engaging them with play. I also love and save all the photos she sends, they’re so great!

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Emily

Emily

December 13, 2025

Keyra has checked in on my elderly cat, Socks, multiple times now. Socks requires daily medication and Keyra always sends me a note about how it's going. She has never left my home unlocked and follows any instructions that I leave for her. I would recommend Keyra as a trusted person to care for your cat!

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Diego Alberto

Diego Alberto

October 27, 2025

Keyra was absolutely amazing! She went above and beyond in every way — sending me daily updates with photos, making sure Puddin was happy and cared for, and even taking the initiative to clean her water fountain and share some great maintenance tips for a few devices at home. I came back to a spotless apartment and a very content cat. I’d 100% recommend her to any Austin-based pet owners looking for someone truly reliable and caring!

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Response from Keyra

Thanks so much Diego. It was a pleasure hanging out with Puddin. She's a sweet girl! ♡

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Maggie

Maggie

February 28, 2026

Keyra was wonderful. She sent pictures and was quick to respond while I was away. My trip was much less stressful knowing my kitty was care of.

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Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$28.00 / 20min
$37.50 / 45min
$46.00 / 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 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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