I'm Malina
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I'm Malina
Cat Sitting in Austin, TX
I raised my cat Delilah from a kitten to 18 years. In her senior years before she passed, I gave her daily meds and learned to care for a senior cat. I found this incredibly rewarding, and I miss her a lot! My husband and I currently have 2 rescue cats named Chaucer and Seuss😸😸 They are a bonded sibling pair that amuse us with their antics. They are spoiled daily with all the cats treats, organic food, brushing with their... Hi there ! My name is Malina and cats are my specialty! ❤️
I raised my cat Delilah from a kitten to 18 years. In her senior years before she passed, I gave her daily meds and learned to care for a senior cat. I found this incredibly rewarding, and I miss her a lot! My husband and I currently have 2 rescue cats named Chaucer and Seuss😸😸 They are a bonded sibling pair that amuse us with their antics. They are spoiled daily with all the cats treats, organic food, brushing with their furminator and toys galore! Don’t worry, I’ll spoil your cat just the same!
* I am available for ONCE a day drop in’s that occur within a window from 7-5:00. Unfortunately I can can not designate an exact time to visit but I can give you an ETA the day of if you’d like 👍🏼
I am a licensed Physical Therapist assistant. I have been in this field for 22 years. So why do I cat sit you ask? Because it brings me SO much joy🥰Visiting my Austin cat clients is the highlight of my day.
I live in South Austin near SoCo and service a radius of 5 miles.
I’m very excited to meet your fur-babies! Contact me for a meet and greet either in person or virtual and we can chat about the needs of your kitties.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Malina is experienced with 1 type of medications
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Lisa
December 29, 2024
This was my first time having a pet sitter that I didn’t personally know. Malina was wonderful! she took great care of my timid cat with play time, snuggles, and pets. she made sure the food and water was full and also brought in a package I had received. I got great pictures and she was a great communicator. my cat and I loved her!
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Amanda
November 3, 2022
Malina was fantastic! My boy loved her. When the stress of us leaving upset his tummy, she cleaned up w/out complaint & let me know in case we thought he needed vet care. And when an emergency came up & she had to miss one day, she preemptively found us another sitter. Would absolutely recommend!
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Jordan
August 14, 2023
Malina did an amazing job. My cat was calm when I came home when he is usually anxious. She took a lot of time to care for him and play.
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Thanks Jordan! Jackson is an awesome cat ! I really enjoyed hanging out with him 😀
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Danika
July 25, 2023
Malina was amazing!! She sent me multiple pictures and videos each day and always updated me with the sweetest messages. She did a great job with my boy! I could tell he was happy to have her there, which made me feel completely safe leaving him in her care. I will definitely book again!!
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Syd
January 1, 2023
Highly recommend Malina—she provided wonderful care for our senior cat and for our home. She was even flexible with a last minute schedule change, allowing for such peace of mind amid the chaos of holiday travel.
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Melissa
December 1, 2022
Malina was great! We so appreciated her being available during a holiday week. Our cat needs a daily medication and can be difficult about it, but Malina rose to the occasion. She made sure to keep us updated on how her visits went every day. Definitely recommend Malina!
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Drop in visits rates
Malina's is 10%
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
Malina's holiday surcharge is 10%.
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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
Lisa
December 29, 2024
This was my first time having a pet sitter that I didn’t personally know. Malina was wonderful! she took great care of my timid cat with play time, snuggles, and pets. she made sure the food and water was full and also brought in a package I had received. I got great pictures and she was a great communicator. my cat and I loved her!
Response from Malina
Thank you Lisa! Absolutely loved caring for Cheeto girl ♥️
Amanda
November 3, 2022
Malina was fantastic! My boy loved her. When the stress of us leaving upset his tummy, she cleaned up w/out complaint & let me know in case we thought he needed vet care. And when an emergency came up & she had to miss one day, she preemptively found us another sitter. Would absolutely recommend!
Jordan
August 14, 2023
Malina did an amazing job. My cat was calm when I came home when he is usually anxious. She took a lot of time to care for him and play.
Response from Malina
Thanks Jordan! Jackson is an awesome cat ! I really enjoyed hanging out with him 😀
Danika
July 25, 2023
Malina was amazing!! She sent me multiple pictures and videos each day and always updated me with the sweetest messages. She did a great job with my boy! I could tell he was happy to have her there, which made me feel completely safe leaving him in her care. I will definitely book again!!
Syd
January 1, 2023
Highly recommend Malina—she provided wonderful care for our senior cat and for our home. She was even flexible with a last minute schedule change, allowing for such peace of mind amid the chaos of holiday travel.
Melissa
December 1, 2022
Malina was great! We so appreciated her being available during a holiday week. Our cat needs a daily medication and can be difficult about it, but Malina rose to the occasion. She made sure to keep us updated on how her visits went every day. Definitely recommend Malina!
Syd
January 1, 2023
Malina gave is such peace of mind when traveling! She provided thoughtful care for our senior cat and for our home. She was communicative, sent the sweetest photos, and was so respectful of our space. Will absolutely book her again for future travel! Highly recommend ❤️
Caleb
August 26, 2022
I am a person with trust issues with my kitties and Malina was an angel. Sent videos and pics and set my mind at ease with both the kitties and my home.
Dina
August 18, 2022
Mina was great with Leila! Kept her fed and happy, administered medication while I was away. Glad Leila has found a new friend in the neighborhood I can rely on in the future!
James
July 5, 2022
Both myself and Chapo (my cat) were so happy to have Malina take care of him while I was out of town. It put my mind at ease to get the daily messages and the pictures and videos of him. Chapo can be stand-offish with strangers but he quickly warmed up to her. I will definitely use her again!
Joshua
December 30, 2022
I highly recommend Malina. She truly understands the important bond between the cats she cares for and their owners. I received daily updates with pictures, how she interacted with my cat, and his habits for the day.
Lisa
October 27, 2025
Malina was great with my shy cat! she was a good communicator and took wonderful care of my furry girl. I have used her before and will continue to when I need someone in the future. highly recommend!!!
Roberta
September 1, 2022
Malina took such great care of our little Serge! She sent us photos and videos on a daily basis together with incredibly thoughtful, detailed updates on Serge’s adventures. There is no doubt we’ll reach out to her again next time we’re away.
Sary
August 16, 2022
Malina is a great person! She was very professional and nice and made my babies feel cared and loved. Their areas were clean and neat when we came back.
David
January 30, 2023
Malina did an excellent job checking in on my cat Goose while I was away for a couple of days. This was was my first experience using Meowtel or any other app based pet sitting service, and she immediately put my mind at ease. She followed my cat's feeding instructions and litter cleaning instructions to a tee. She notified me each day just prior to her visit and followed up promptly with text, picture and video reports upon completion of the visit. I could tell my cat enjoyed her company based on the picture and video reports, and my cat seemed a little better adjusted upon my return than other times I've left her alone for a couple of days. I couldn't recommend Malina more if you're looking for a cat sitter.
Stephen
July 5, 2022
Super professional, wonderfully considerate. I returned home after several days and was greeted by a happy, healthy cat. I look forward to booking with her again!
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Dirk
December 31, 2024
Malina was wonderful with Buster. Perfect experience. Thank you!
Response from Malina
Thanks so much! Buster boy stole my heart! ♥️
Julia
December 28, 2024
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December 1, 2024
Demi
November 10, 2024
Cara
October 26, 2024
Mason
October 21, 2024
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October 20, 2024
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October 6, 2024
Demi
September 18, 2024
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September 2, 2024
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August 12, 2024
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July 27, 2024
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June 26, 2024
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June 20, 2024
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June 10, 2024
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May 16, 2024
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April 29, 2024
Julia
March 3, 2024
Malina was a wonderful sitter again for our cat Nico while we were out of town for a week. She sent thorough updates each day, and we were happy to know Nico was cared for while we were gone! Thank you!
Cara
February 11, 2024
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January 4, 2024
Danika
November 28, 2023
Julia
November 27, 2023
Malina was amazing!! She was very responsive and shared great updates and photos of our cat while we were away. We knew our cat was in good hands, and we came home to a very happy kitty Thank you Malina!!
Response from Malina
Thank you ! I had a wonderful time caring for sweet Nico 🥰🥰
Cara
November 4, 2023
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October 2, 2023
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September 5, 2023
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August 25, 2023
Cara
August 16, 2023
Malina is the best! my kitties love her. I know my cats are in good hands with her.
Response from Malina
Thank you Cara ! Your babies are easy to love and I always look forward to our visits! 😻😻
Jesse
July 31, 2023
Malina was incredible with our kitty and super responsive. Great experience every way, 10/10 would call again.
Krystal
October 10, 2022
Malina was amazing with our two kitties! She made sure to give them a lot of attention and love while we were away. The detailed updates and beautiful pictures made us feel happy about having her take care of them. I would recommend her in a heartbeat. Thanks Malina!
Cara
October 4, 2022
Malina is great! She truly seems to love my cats and I love the pictures and updates she sends. I feel totally at ease leaving my babies with her when I travel. I would definitely recommend!
Allison
July 20, 2022
Malina did an amazing job taking care of our 2 cats. She’s very reliable and a great communicator. She instantly bonded with our cats and took great care of them while we were away.
Meowtel
May 24, 2022
Malina is a cat sitter in the Austin area. Her profile has been verified and her references have been checked by Meowtel.
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