I'm Lauren
Catnip And Caviar
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Lauren is experienced with 4 types of medications
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I'm Lauren
Cat Sitting in Austin, TX
I’m an experienced and dedicated cat sitter proudly serving the East Side, downtown, and central Austin. My love for cats has been a lifelong journey… I’ve always had feline companions growing up and have shared my home with them throughout adulthood. Although I don’t currently have any fur babies of my own, I have plenty of experience and absolutely love spending time with cats! Cat sitting allows me to fill that space in my heart for the kitties, and I would be thrilled to care for yours... Hi, I’m Lauren!
I’m an experienced and dedicated cat sitter proudly serving the East Side, downtown, and central Austin. My love for cats has been a lifelong journey… I’ve always had feline companions growing up and have shared my home with them throughout adulthood. Although I don’t currently have any fur babies of my own, I have plenty of experience and absolutely love spending time with cats! Cat sitting allows me to fill that space in my heart for the kitties, and I would be thrilled to care for yours.
When I’m not caring for cats, I work the night shift as a registered nurse at a local hospital. With my background in healthcare, I’m confident in providing top-notch care for cats with medical needs and monitoring their health and behavior patterns.
Outside of work, I’m an avid traveler with a soft spot for every cat I meet along the way (I even snapped the cover photo in Morocco!). Though my adventures have taken me around the world, Austin is my forever home, and I absolutely love the community and culture here.
I can’t wait to meet your fur baby and provide them with all the love and care they deserve while you’re away.
I promise to make your cat’s time without you as enjoyable and stress-free as possible!
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Lauren is experienced with 4 types of medications
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Darshini
This month
Lauren was amazing! She followed my instructions perfectly and sent clear updates and pictures of my cat, which put me at ease every day. It was my first time leaving my cat with someone, and I would definitely hire her again.
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Rachel
January 7, 2025
Lauren and my sweet cat had a great time together. I was sent pictures and updates daily, which was reassuring and helpful. When I returned (10-day trip), the cat was momentarily disappointed to see me instead of Lauren!! They clearly had a lot of active play time, which my cat adores, so now I'm getting the side-eye if I don't play as long as she wants (made me a better pet-parent!). Overall, a very positive experience. I will gladly hire Lauren again, and I recommend her highly.
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Jacqui
July 19, 2025
This is my first time trying Meowtel, and I could not be more pleased. Lauren was wonderful! I got great pictures on every visit -- Olive was well taken care of and clearly enjoyed their time together. I have more travel coming up, and I feel so much better about leaving now. :)
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Omar
May 4, 2023
I had the pleasure of working Lauren who went above and beyond the call of duty. She's a true animal lover who was genuinely passionate about caring for cats. Throughout the time she spent with my kittens, she provided regular updates, pictures, and videos. It was reassuring to see how content my cat was in her care, and it really put my mind at ease knowing that she was taking such good care of him. They definitely consider her to be their mother at this point! What really stood out to me was her attention to detail. She was always sure to top up thei water fountain, notified me that my auto feeder was getting low on food, and best of all replaced my auto cat litter bag (even though I didn't ask for it!). Overall, I can't speak highly enough Lauren. She is a true professional, and her dedication and passion for animal care are truly inspiring. If you're looking for someone who will treat your furry friend(s) like they're her own, look no further. Lauren is the real deal, and I highly highly highly recommend her!
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Miranda
October 2, 2023
Lauren is a fantastic sitter, my fur baby ran right to her when she arrived for the meet & greet (that’s always a good sign)! She provided excellent updates and was diligent about all my requests including daily medication, setting the alarm, etc. I’ll definitely be requesting her again. Thank you, Lauren!
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Dominique
October 21, 2022
Lauren is the best!! So glad we found her! Our CC is a stray that we've been taking care of for about a year now. She is still an outdoor cat (she'll hang inside a bit but loves her freedom) and is very shy! Aside from us Lauren is the only person she'll let pet her. Thanks for everything Lauren!! CC can't wait to see you next time :)
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Drop in visits rates
Lauren'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
Lauren's holiday surcharge is 25%.
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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.
Veterans Day is coming up soon (November 11th, 2026)
Cat sitters on Meowtel are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!
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
Darshini
This month
Lauren was amazing! She followed my instructions perfectly and sent clear updates and pictures of my cat, which put me at ease every day. It was my first time leaving my cat with someone, and I would definitely hire her again.
Rachel
January 7, 2025
Lauren and my sweet cat had a great time together. I was sent pictures and updates daily, which was reassuring and helpful. When I returned (10-day trip), the cat was momentarily disappointed to see me instead of Lauren!! They clearly had a lot of active play time, which my cat adores, so now I'm getting the side-eye if I don't play as long as she wants (made me a better pet-parent!). Overall, a very positive experience. I will gladly hire Lauren again, and I recommend her highly.
Jacqui
July 19, 2025
This is my first time trying Meowtel, and I could not be more pleased. Lauren was wonderful! I got great pictures on every visit -- Olive was well taken care of and clearly enjoyed their time together. I have more travel coming up, and I feel so much better about leaving now. :)
Omar
May 4, 2023
I had the pleasure of working Lauren who went above and beyond the call of duty. She's a true animal lover who was genuinely passionate about caring for cats. Throughout the time she spent with my kittens, she provided regular updates, pictures, and videos. It was reassuring to see how content my cat was in her care, and it really put my mind at ease knowing that she was taking such good care of him. They definitely consider her to be their mother at this point! What really stood out to me was her attention to detail. She was always sure to top up thei water fountain, notified me that my auto feeder was getting low on food, and best of all replaced my auto cat litter bag (even though I didn't ask for it!). Overall, I can't speak highly enough Lauren. She is a true professional, and her dedication and passion for animal care are truly inspiring. If you're looking for someone who will treat your furry friend(s) like they're her own, look no further. Lauren is the real deal, and I highly highly highly recommend her!
Miranda
October 2, 2023
Lauren is a fantastic sitter, my fur baby ran right to her when she arrived for the meet & greet (that’s always a good sign)! She provided excellent updates and was diligent about all my requests including daily medication, setting the alarm, etc. I’ll definitely be requesting her again. Thank you, Lauren!
Dominique
October 21, 2022
Lauren is the best!! So glad we found her! Our CC is a stray that we've been taking care of for about a year now. She is still an outdoor cat (she'll hang inside a bit but loves her freedom) and is very shy! Aside from us Lauren is the only person she'll let pet her. Thanks for everything Lauren!! CC can't wait to see you next time :)
Dominique
September 26, 2022
Lauren is the perfect cat sitter! We were nervous since this was our first time using Meowtel, and she completely exceeded our expectations. A wonderful communicator and shared several sweet photos of our cat Cee Cee while we were out of town. We will be relying on her whenever we travel!
Roger
December 29, 2023
Lauren was quick to check on our boys each morning while we were away. She charmed our shy cat away from his hiding spots and took care of everything as asked. We will definitely look to book Lauren for our future trips!
Annie
November 4, 2022
Lauren is great! She really cares about your cat and will make sure they’re happy and healthy while you’re away! She gave me plenty of updates and pictures/videos, which I really appreciated. Lauren is my go to when I need a sitter for my cat, who needs medication twice a day. She’s very trustworthy
Chance
November 26, 2023
Lauren was amazing! She took great care of my two cats. Cleaning up after the treat bags they got into and more. Clear communication with quick responses. I would recommend Lauren to anyone and will be using her again in the future!
Joel
December 3, 2023
Lauren is the best! She shares great updates on whats going on with my cats, and I always feel like they are in safe hands while I'm away.
Emma Claire
December 29, 2022
Lauren is awesome! My kitty is a picky guy with people, but he seems to have loved her visits from the photos and videos I received ❤️
Joseph
November 28, 2022
Lauren provided daily updates on how my cats were doing and took good care of them while I was out of town. She really loves cats!
Gloria
This month
Lauren takes great care of my girls and leaves the house tidy every time :)
Jay
December 6, 2024
Lauren is fabulous! Great communication (and pics!) and even better with our shy kitty. we feel very confident & safe with her care and you can tell she’s a pro via updates and adapting to how our cat is doing while we’re away. highly recommend!
Jay
November 13, 2024
Lauren is wonderful! she took great care of—and even won over—our shy cat, getting her to play and take fabulous photos! Very good communication and all around joy to have watch our cat while gone. highly recommend her to anyone looking for reliable & friendly sitter.
Niamh
March 9, 2023
Lauren was a great sitter- really good at communicating and sent great pictures, updates and videos. My cat really enjoyed her visits and was disappointed when it was me coming back and not her!
Eric
February 27, 2023
Lauren went above and beyond when my flight got delayed. I truly appreciate it.
Christopher
This week
10/10 in every way - easy to work with, super communicative, did everything perfectly 😊
Jacqui
This month
Jacqui
This month
Collin
This month
Jacqui
This month
Gloria
July 29, 2026
Jon
July 5, 2026
Charles
June 21, 2026
phenomenal as always!!
Jacqui
June 5, 2026
Collin
April 27, 2026
Collin
April 26, 2026
Charles
April 25, 2026
she’s amazing and my Boys love her!!!
Charles
April 3, 2026
excellent as always!!!
Jacqui
March 24, 2026
Charles
March 23, 2026
phenomenal!
Collin
March 14, 2026
Charles
February 26, 2026
Charles
February 3, 2026
phenomenal as always!!! the Boys love her!!!
Jacqui
February 2, 2026
Jacqui
January 26, 2026
Jacqui
January 25, 2026
Charles
January 15, 2026
phenomenal!!! kitties love her!!!
Jay
January 2, 2026
Jacqui
January 1, 2026
Jacqui
December 30, 2025
Zac
December 17, 2025
Jacqui
December 4, 2025
Collin
December 3, 2025
Lauren has taken great care of our cats on two separate occasions now. We hope she is available every time we go away in the future!
Janna
December 1, 2025
Lauren was the perfect cat sitter! I was able to leave town with total confidence and peace of mind.
Saulo
November 30, 2025
Jon
November 4, 2025
Lauren always does a fantastic job! She provides great feedback and photos of the boys!!
Zac
October 31, 2025
Jay
October 28, 2025
Zac
October 18, 2025
Charles
September 12, 2025
Jay
September 3, 2025
Joaquin
August 17, 2025
Jacqui
August 15, 2025
Saulo
August 1, 2025
Jay
July 25, 2025
Saulo
July 14, 2025
Charles
July 14, 2025
Shawn
July 8, 2025
Charles
June 29, 2025
Charles
June 25, 2025
Jay
June 17, 2025
Charles
June 15, 2025
Diana
June 2, 2025
Lauren is so easy to work with and trustworthy. Good communication and timely updates. highly recommend
Jay
May 28, 2025
Charles
May 13, 2025
she was prompt and phenomenal with my boys!!!
Jay
May 9, 2025
Kristin
April 25, 2025
Kristin
February 25, 2025
Roger
February 23, 2025
Dana
February 17, 2025
Kristin
February 14, 2025
Jon
January 29, 2025
I have used Lauren’s services multiple times! Our cats love her. She is very attentive and sends great photos!!!
Kristin
January 28, 2025
Jay
January 27, 2025
Kristin
January 3, 2025
Lauren took great care of our two cats over the holidays. We loved seeing the pictures she sent every day, and we returned home to two very content kitties.
Jay
January 3, 2025
Chance
December 31, 2024
Carys
December 28, 2024
Jay
December 27, 2024
Roger
December 27, 2024
Chance
December 6, 2024
Dana
December 5, 2024
Joaquin
December 2, 2024
Roger
December 1, 2024
Jon
November 15, 2024
Lauren is always the best cat mom. She is super responsive, and I wouldn’t want anyone else!
Chance
November 12, 2024
Roger
October 15, 2024
Chance
October 14, 2024
I'm so lucky to have a cat sitter as great as Lauren! Both of my cats adore her and she takes great care of them.
Carys
October 10, 2024
Charles
October 4, 2024
Chance
September 23, 2024
Lauren does an incredible job! Both of my cats are extremely comfortable with her. Knowing she's taking care of them while I'm away makes it a stress-free time!
Carys
September 12, 2024
Jon
July 16, 2024
Eric
July 9, 2024
Saulo
June 15, 2024
Ronica
June 4, 2024
Erin And Henry
April 14, 2024
Ronica
April 1, 2024
Jon
March 8, 2024
Lauren is amazing! she’s taken care of our guys multiple times and always does a great job.
Chance
February 24, 2024
Lauren is the best with my cats! They're so comfortable with her while I'm away it's amazing to have someone I can trust again and again!
Charles
February 13, 2024
phenomenal!!!!! very caring and attentive towards my cats!!!
Brady
January 2, 2024
Joel
December 29, 2023
Chance
December 27, 2023
Aleksandra
December 11, 2023
Carys
December 8, 2023
Lauren is amazing with our kitties, we can travel care-free knowing our kitties are in good hands!
Eric
December 4, 2023
Always glad to have Lauren take care of Harley. Great peace of mind!
Diana
November 28, 2023
Joaquin
November 26, 2023
Jon
November 8, 2023
Lauren did Ana amazing job! She did a great job of taking care of the boys and was very communicative and included photos! I would definitely recommend her and will use her services in the future!
Response from Lauren
Thank you so much Jon!
Sarah
October 18, 2023
Niamh
August 29, 2023
Niamh
August 24, 2023
Lauren is super professional. easy to contact, really flexible and sends great updates. I felt completely at ease the whole time and knew my cat was in great hands
Eric
June 21, 2023
Lauren was wonderful as useful! Never a worry when my cat is in her care. Thank you!
Eric
May 5, 2023
Always glad to Have Lauren take care of Harley!
Eric
February 27, 2023
Always great to have Lauren watch Harley. I truly appreciate the time she takes to keep me updated and puts my mind at ease while traveling.
Jamie
January 27, 2023
Lauren took great care of my two young babies, providing them love and play time! Will definitely book again 😸
Saulo
December 27, 2022
Lauren is fantastic. She is extremely reliable and took great care of both of my cats
Eric
December 20, 2022
I always have peace of mind having Lauren come and check in on Harley. 🙏
Eric
October 17, 2022
Lauren was a great sitter. I appreciate her taking the time to play and send pictures of my cat Harley while I was away. Will definitely book with her again in the future!
Meowtel
September 8, 2022
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