I'm Amanda
Nine Lives Concierge
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Amanda is experienced with 5 types of medications
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I'm Amanda
Cat Sitting in Austin, TX
For the past decade, I’ve volunteered with shelters and rescues across the US and abroad. I’ve fostered dozens of kittens and cats, from bottle-feeding neonatals during sleepless nights to caring for special-needs kitties and gently socializing ferals. I even have a dedicated foster room in my home!
My own two cats, Xeno (6) and Peanut (7), are my chosen family. I fostered them as kittens while living overseas, and they’ve traveled everywhere with me. They’ve also been very patient about sharing me with so many other foster felines. 😆
Friends and family lovingly call me the “cat lady,” and honestly, I wear that title with pride... Hi! I’m Amanda, your friendly neighborhood cat enthusiast. 😸
For the past decade, I’ve volunteered with shelters and rescues across the US and abroad. I’ve fostered dozens of kittens and cats, from bottle-feeding neonatals during sleepless nights to caring for special-needs kitties and gently socializing ferals. I even have a dedicated foster room in my home!
My own two cats, Xeno (6) and Peanut (7), are my chosen family. I fostered them as kittens while living overseas, and they’ve traveled everywhere with me. They’ve also been very patient about sharing me with so many other foster felines. 😆
Friends and family lovingly call me the “cat lady,” and honestly, I wear that title with pride. Supporting animals, especially sweet, innocent kitties, is where I feel most fulfilled. I love getting to know each cat’s unique personality and letting them lead the interaction, because we all know the truth: cats are the real overlords! 👑
Whether your kitty is shy, spicy, needy, independent, or anything in between, I’m well-versed in feline behavior and meeting cats exactly where they are. I’ve been the go-to sitter for friends, neighbors, and my community for years, and I’d love to be that safe and reliable person for you too.
I’m new to Austin and genuinely excited to meet you and your fur family. You can trust that I’ll provide attentive, compassionate, and dependable care, giving you peace of mind while you’re away.
A Little More About Me:
I'm a UX Designer, a graduate student at Texas State University, a U.S. Navy veteran, an avid traveler and lifelong animal lover.
I can’t wait to meet you and your kitties. 💛🐾
Learn More About Amanda
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have two kitties, Peanut & Xeno. Both are foster fails that I brought with me from Spain. Xeno was a feral kitten that I won over and he is truly a "velcro" kitty. We snuggle under the covers every night! Peanut was 12 days old when I brought her home to foster. She was very sickly and I bottle fed her around the clock. She chose me to be her mom. They truly complete my life and I would do anything for them!
What is your favorite cat toy?
My favorite cat toys are the cat-nip infused wand and the bouncy ball with an attached tail, at least in my house. 😊
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I always approach them gently. I kneel down and speak softly from a distance, letting them decide the pace. If they come to me, wonderful! I offer my hand to sniff and get acquainted. If not, I simply go about my tasks and give them space to get comfortable with my presence. Churu treats, calming cat music, and avoiding sudden movements or loud noises all help. I always let the kitty lead. 🐱
Medication Experience:
Skills:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Amanda is experienced with 5 types of medications
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Ellison
November 28, 2025
Amanda was absolutely amazing! She took care of my sick boy kitty and our super shy girl. By the end of the stay, she was able to pet and get close to our shy girl — which has never happened with anyone else. She took my male cat’s temperature, administered meds, and monitored him so carefully. I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. I’ve already booked her again—that’s how incredible she was. I would 1,000% recommend Amanda! The biggest bonus: she takes truly beautiful photos. I now have some of the best pictures ever of my sweet kitties. Amanda is also very communicative and consistently provides detailed, thoughtful updates.
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Cat
March 10, 2026
Amanda was amazing and extremely communicative throughout the whole process! This was my first time booking on Meowtel and Amanda made me super comfortable from the start from coming over for a meet and greet beforehand, always telling me when she’d be stopping by, and sending lots of photos (always portrait mode haha) that made me so comfortable while away. Super thankful for the whole experience with her and I know my cats were too! Thank you again!!
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Gloria
January 5, 2026
Amanda was an absolutely wonderful cat sitter. She showed up on time for both the morning and evening feedings, every single day, which gave us so much peace of mind. But beyond being reliable, she has such genuinely good, positive energy. Our cats warmed up to her immediately, which says everything. She’s clearly someone you can trust, and I felt completely calm knowing our cats were in such good hands while we were away. We’re so grateful to have found her and would recommend her to anyone, without hesitation!
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Maria
November 30, 2025
Amanda was wonderful with my cat. I’m pretty sure my cat had more fun with her than he does with me. She came up with creative games and activities that kept him entertained and happy, and it was clear she took the time to understand his personality. Her communication was excellent. I received updates, photos, and videos throughout her visits, which gave me peace of mind and made me feel connected while I was away. She is reliable, thoughtful, and turned what could have been a lonely week for my cat into something he genuinely enjoyed. Highly recommend!
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Maria
January 8, 2026
Amanda was absolutely wonderful while I was away. She took such great care of Ermis and clearly went above and beyond to make sure he was happy, comfortable, and well-loved. I especially appreciated how she brought plenty of toys to keep him entertained—he was clearly having a great time! It gave me real peace of mind knowing Ermis was in such caring and attentive hands. I couldn’t recommend Amanda more highly and will absolutely be booking her again.
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Theresa
November 1, 2025
Amanda is amazing! This was the first time Amanda watched my cat and it was for 2 weeks. My cat is very anxious and protective when I am gone, and it has been challenging to find a sitter that is comfortable with her behavior. Amanda did everything she could to lessen the stress on my fur baby. Her communication was clear and consistent. My cat even warmed up to her by the end which was a first!
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Drop in visits rates
Amanda's is 25%
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
Amanda's holiday surcharge is 25%.
Drop in visits rates
Amanda's is 35%
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
Amanda's holiday surcharge is 35%.
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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 $25.00. 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
Ellison
November 28, 2025
Amanda was absolutely amazing! She took care of my sick boy kitty and our super shy girl. By the end of the stay, she was able to pet and get close to our shy girl — which has never happened with anyone else. She took my male cat’s temperature, administered meds, and monitored him so carefully. I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. I’ve already booked her again—that’s how incredible she was. I would 1,000% recommend Amanda! The biggest bonus: she takes truly beautiful photos. I now have some of the best pictures ever of my sweet kitties. Amanda is also very communicative and consistently provides detailed, thoughtful updates.
Cat
March 10, 2026
Amanda was amazing and extremely communicative throughout the whole process! This was my first time booking on Meowtel and Amanda made me super comfortable from the start from coming over for a meet and greet beforehand, always telling me when she’d be stopping by, and sending lots of photos (always portrait mode haha) that made me so comfortable while away. Super thankful for the whole experience with her and I know my cats were too! Thank you again!!
Gloria
January 5, 2026
Amanda was an absolutely wonderful cat sitter. She showed up on time for both the morning and evening feedings, every single day, which gave us so much peace of mind. But beyond being reliable, she has such genuinely good, positive energy. Our cats warmed up to her immediately, which says everything. She’s clearly someone you can trust, and I felt completely calm knowing our cats were in such good hands while we were away. We’re so grateful to have found her and would recommend her to anyone, without hesitation!
Maria
November 30, 2025
Amanda was wonderful with my cat. I’m pretty sure my cat had more fun with her than he does with me. She came up with creative games and activities that kept him entertained and happy, and it was clear she took the time to understand his personality. Her communication was excellent. I received updates, photos, and videos throughout her visits, which gave me peace of mind and made me feel connected while I was away. She is reliable, thoughtful, and turned what could have been a lonely week for my cat into something he genuinely enjoyed. Highly recommend!
Maria
January 8, 2026
Amanda was absolutely wonderful while I was away. She took such great care of Ermis and clearly went above and beyond to make sure he was happy, comfortable, and well-loved. I especially appreciated how she brought plenty of toys to keep him entertained—he was clearly having a great time! It gave me real peace of mind knowing Ermis was in such caring and attentive hands. I couldn’t recommend Amanda more highly and will absolutely be booking her again.
Theresa
November 1, 2025
Amanda is amazing! This was the first time Amanda watched my cat and it was for 2 weeks. My cat is very anxious and protective when I am gone, and it has been challenging to find a sitter that is comfortable with her behavior. Amanda did everything she could to lessen the stress on my fur baby. Her communication was clear and consistent. My cat even warmed up to her by the end which was a first!
Shelby
May 5, 2025
Amanda was great and super responsive! My cat is diabetic and needs insulin injections and Amanda handled everything perfectly.
Ellison
January 4, 2026
2nd time Amanda has watched my two kitties. They absolutely love her and remember her. She is now our go to cat sitter. She is super flexible with date changes and check in times. Always the best pictures and updates. Book with Amanda to have the best sitter!
Janine
January 3, 2026
Amanda was so great with the kitties! She was communicative, punctual and gave my two boys some much appreciated attention while we were away over the holidays. I especially loved the adorable photos she sent each visit! 10/10 recommend Amanda to any discerning cat parent.
Meagan
December 28, 2025
Amanda is amazing- she comes with treats and takes her time with my kitties. They know her now and are always excited to see her. I know my fur children are in good hands with her!
Anna
November 29, 2025
Amanda was amazing to work with! It was great to have a meet & greet to show her around and introduce her to our boy Marvin before our trip, and she was a wonderful communicator throughout! Marvin loved the treats and toys she brought for him, and it made me feel better leaving him over a holiday! We will definitely use Amanda again.
Daniel
April 26, 2025
We left on a trip to NYC for the week and I was kinda nervous leaving my “kids” (Mak and Cheese) behind but Amanda was soo chill and went above and beyond!!! One of my kitties is very timid and loves to hide around new people. My kitty warmed up to Amanda IMMEDIATELY and allowed for all the pets! Amanda allowed me to enjoy my trip without any worries that my kitties weren’t being taken care of. 15/10 recommendation!!!
Robyn
July 13, 2025
Amanda did a great job watching my sweet oliver — she’s very prompt in her responses and sends the best photos🙂Highly recommend her for any of your cat sitting needs!
Devon
April 9, 2025
Amanda was patient and detail oriented during our meet and greet. I have so many details to share about treats, play times, feeding times, and general preferences about my cat that it could easily scare off a casual cat sitter or non-professional. Amanda understood my desire to always accommodate my cat’s natural inclinations and to let him acclimate to new people with minimal schedule disruption. Henry is shy and hisses whenever he’s scared. Amanda was great with him! She kept his litter boxes clean, water bowls cleaned and topped off, and made sure to update me with his cleaning habits, eating, and drinking habits. When he preferred to be alone she gave him space and when he was feeling up for it, she tried to encourage him to play. I highly recommend Amanda!
Ivy
December 21, 2024
Amanda was absolutely amazing! She cared for my three boys while I was out of town and you can really see her love for cats and passion for caretaking in the way she watches them. She was constantly giving updates and sending pictures, she made sure to play with them and even brought her own interactive toys with her for them to use. Overall, she gave me a lot of peace knowing they were being cared for the way I would (if not better!).
Christina
November 30, 2024
Amanda went truly above and beyond to make sure my kitties were taken care of when I was away. She brought over treats and toys, sent timely and detailed messages of how the kitties were doing, and gave such great suggestions of stimulation activities to purchase for the kitties. Definitely recommend her for your next kitty sitter!:)
Sydney
January 5, 2025
Amanda was amazing in taking care of our two cats during the holidays. She is very diligent about responding and she sends you the cutest pictures 🥺 I also really loved how she brought her own toys and surprises for the cats to engage in. She even helped our two cats get along and bond closer! Would definitely book again.
Briana
December 22, 2024
Amanda is a cat whisperer! she was able to get my shy kitty out of hiding. could not recommend her more! it was so comforting to know someone who cares about your pets as much as you was looking at my fur babies.
Kimberly
November 30, 2024
Amanda did a great job taking care of our cat Lilly while we were out. She was timely and shared great pictures, and was able to connect with Lilly, which isn't always easy as our cat is usually quite timid. I would definitely hire her again!
William
January 6, 2025
Amanda is great! I felt like she cared for my pet as much as I did. She was super communicative throughout the process. Booking with Amanda removed the stress of worrying about my cat during holiday travel. Would book again in a heartbeat.
Amanda
July 5, 2025
Amanda was so friendly and clearly cared about doing a good job with our cats. She sent updates and asked questions if needed. I’ll definitely book her again!
Monica
March 31, 2025
We couldn’t have asked for a better cat sitter! Amanda took amazing care of our boy. She made sure he got his medicine on time, kept him calm and comfortable, and gave him lots of love and playtime. We especially appreciated the thoughtful updates and photos that gave us peace of mind while we were away :)
Meagan
This month
Ryan
February 3, 2026
Amanda handled our three kiddos wonderfully. Great updates and photos. Highly recommended!
Tamara
December 30, 2025
Lisa
December 30, 2025
Amanda did a great job! 👏🏼
Monica
November 29, 2025
Karen
September 23, 2025
Karen
September 23, 2025
Karen
September 11, 2025
Shelby
August 16, 2025
Amanda is wonderful! She’s very responsive and took great care of our kitties!
Monica
August 4, 2025
Devon
July 25, 2025
Pete
May 5, 2025
Mary
April 18, 2025
Amanda did a wonderful job caring for my two senior girls!
Diana
April 7, 2025
Amanda is communicative, on time and friendly to humans and cats!
Erin
February 9, 2025
Meagan
December 27, 2024
Sam
December 7, 2024
Amin
November 8, 2024
Over the past two years, Amanda has taken care of my cat when I've been out of town on frequent business trips. She always updates me with daily texts and pictures of my cat Troy without question and spends plenty of time bonding and playing with him. I recommend her to all my friends going out of town who need someone to care for their pets. Amanda has also rescued cats for years so she definitely knows her stuff. I highly recommend Amanda's services as any cat in her care couldn't be in better hands.
Nora
November 8, 2024
Amanda is one of the most compassionate, reliable, trustworthy, and knowledgeable people I have had the privilege of knowing. She was a person that I knew I could trust with the care of kittens and cats. I would not hesitate to hire Amanda for any position as a animal caregiver or even in managing a animal facility. She will gladly help with no hesitation. I hope you will consider her. She truly will be a huge asset to any company.
Meowtel
November 8, 2024
Amanda is a background-checked cat sitter in the Austin area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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