I'm Helen

I'm Helen Cat Sitter Cat Mom In Austin

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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

Helen is experienced with 5 types of medications

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

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I'm Helen Cat Sitter  Cat Mom In Austin

I'm Helen

Cat Sitting in Austin, TX

Hello everyone! My name is Helen and I live in the south Austin area. I moved here from Louisiana and am originally from the UK

I live with my 5 cats, and am an animal lover in general, as well as taking care of the neighborhood cats with food, shelter and spay/neutering.

My current family at home range in ages from 1 through to almost 10 - Nebula, Cheddar Cheese Wotsit, Salem, Belle, and Gaston. I have experience caring for young baby kittens and also the elderly, terminal cats. I nursed my own cat Mr. Leonidas Winston through cancer and have experience with oral and topical medications, insulin injections, inhalers and nebulization, E-tube feedings, and dealing with immobile cats and aggressive behavior...
Hello everyone! My name is Helen and I live in the south Austin area. I moved here from Louisiana and am originally from the UK

I live with my 5 cats, and am an animal lover in general, as well as taking care of the neighborhood cats with food, shelter and spay/neutering.

My current family at home range in ages from 1 through to almost 10 - Nebula, Cheddar Cheese Wotsit, Salem, Belle, and Gaston. I have experience caring for young baby kittens and also the elderly, terminal cats. I nursed my own cat Mr. Leonidas Winston through cancer and have experience with oral and topical medications, insulin injections, inhalers and nebulization, E-tube feedings, and dealing with immobile cats and aggressive behavior. I have also on occasion in the past administered subcutaneous fluids.

I love cats for their unique personalities, quirkiness, and the honor I feel when they choose me even for a moment! I truly think they are the best animals, and I feel such joy when I come home from work to see my cats, and meet any new cats!

I live in the south Austin area so anywhere south of downtown is pretty good, including through to Buda. I am close to both major highways for easy travel. I work in the mental health area, and am usually home from mid afternoon as well as evenings and weekends.

Thank you for considering me to care for your wonderful fur babies and I hope to meet them soon!

**feel free to message me about weekday morning visits! I can often do pop in visits dependent on location before work 🙂

**please note, on weekday mornings I do not always have access to my phone the whole time due to where I work, but I will reply to any messages or requests asap!

Learn More About Helen

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I have been the regular cat sitter for my friend's and their friends! My favorite thing is of course getting to meet a new kitty, and see who they are and what they enjoy. But also being able to give them love and care, that meow when you walk through the door - cats may be fairly solitary but I've learned they also enjoy company- and also giving that peace of mind to their owners

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

I love to do a meet and greet beforehand, so I can meet the cat(s) with their pawrent present, so they will feel more comfortable and at ease. Getting as much information as well to make sure the process goes smoothly, including access, their favorite toys, treats, their likes and dislikes. Anything to make sure the cats and owners feel safe and secure.

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

One of my own cats (Salem) is particularly shy and scared of strangers, and it took him a long time to warm up to me- he was a stray I rescued off the street during the freeze and he spent 2 weeks living in my closet! With that in mind, time and space, and not rushing the process is key. Providing a safe space for them, respecting their boundaries and acknowledging that it may take a few visits at least for them to get used to me. I would spend time near them, no sudden movements or noises, allow them to come to me when ready. If they approached I would offer a hand for smell or maybe a favorite treat! Be patient! I have also found interactive toys helpful, and would use any pheromone products the owner requested


Medication Experience:

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

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Caroline

Caroline

June 21, 2026

We recommend Helen! She took great care of our cats while we were out of town, including the stray that we take care of! They all loved her. She instantly vibed with my more shy cat, who usually takes two visits to come around. She brought our packages in, she sent detailed messages summarizing her visits and many photos. We’d love to have her take care of our kitties for future trips!

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Anand

Anand

June 23, 2026

as always, Helen did a phenomenal job of keeping my girls happy while I was out of town. Dora (the shy one) has clearly been getting more used to Helen and loves to get brushed by her! I love receiving photos of my girls every visit!

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Sheridan

Sheridan

December 30, 2025

Helen was truly one of the best cat sitters I’ve ever had. I loved using the Meowtel app because the background checks and everything made it feel very safe and trustworthy. While I was away, Helen sent frequent updates and photos, which gave me so much peace of mind knowing my cat was happy and well cared for. She went above and beyond by washing dirty food bowls, setting up my cat’s new litter box, even bringing packages inside, offering to come extra days if needed. I always felt like my cat was safe and cared for. I would absolutely book Helen again and highly recommend her as a reliable, communicative, and thoughtful cat sitter.

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Megan

Megan

December 2, 2025

Helen is wonderful! She made me feel so comfortable leaving my cats for the first time, and was very communicative throughout my trip. She sent updates and photos to keep me in the loop until I came home. A true gem!

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Sage

Sage

December 1, 2025

Helen was amazing with my boy! This was my first time using a cat sitter, and I was not sure what to expect, but she was so lovely. He warmed up to her very quickly due to her comforting and sweet nature, sent pictures and videos to this nervous cat mama with updates. She was quick to respond to my messages and made sure I always felt like he was in good hands. I will be booking Helen again any time I have to leave, I wouldn't want anyone else!

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Keith

Keith

October 18, 2025

Helen was absolutely amazing. She was so above and beyond what I expected. She checked in daily, checked on our scaredy cat under the bed, sent daily updates with pictures. I’m pretty sure the cats are going to be wondering where the awesome sitter went as she was beyond phenomenal. I can say without a doubt if you’re worried for your fur-baby while you’re out of town Helen is the person to go to!

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$30.00 / 20min
$44.00 / 45min
$55.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$90.00 / Overnight
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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!

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