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I'm Andrea
Cat Sitting in Austin, TX
Queer Latina | Cat & Dog Mom | Plant Enthusiast | Home Cook | Passionate Pet Sitter
Hi, my name is Andrea - and I have been an animal lover from day one! I have always gravitated toward four-legged friends and truly believe animals are family.
I care for every cat as if they were my own, with the same love, patience, and attentiveness I give my babies. I have had cats in my home since childhood and have spent the last 10 years in Austin pet sitting, including long-term, routine clients and cats with varying medical care needs.
I have a particular soft spot for senior pets and those with special medical needs. Whether it's administering medications, managing mobility challenges, or simply offering extra patience and gentleness - I am comfortable and experienced with the additional care these sweet souls require... ✨🌿🐾✨🌿🐾✨🌿🐾✨🌿🐾✨🌿🐾
Queer Latina | Cat & Dog Mom | Plant Enthusiast | Home Cook | Passionate Pet Sitter
Hi, my name is Andrea - and I have been an animal lover from day one! I have always gravitated toward four-legged friends and truly believe animals are family.
I care for every cat as if they were my own, with the same love, patience, and attentiveness I give my babies. I have had cats in my home since childhood and have spent the last 10 years in Austin pet sitting, including long-term, routine clients and cats with varying medical care needs.
I have a particular soft spot for senior pets and those with special medical needs. Whether it's administering medications, managing mobility challenges, or simply offering extra patience and gentleness - I am comfortable and experienced with the additional care these sweet souls require.
I am extremely detail-oriented and a clear communicator, and I work hard to align with each pet parent's expectations. I work full time from home as a mental health line operator, which gives me the flexibility and ability to be fully present during every visit. I take pet care very seriously - my approach is the same as any other role I hold: with professionalism, compassion, and responsibility. And honestly? Cat sitting is something I genuinely enjoy. It's grounding, calming, and a win-win for both pets and me as a sitter. 🐱
What sets me apart is my background in the sciences and my hands-on experience caring for pets with special needs - including my own tripod dog! I am comfortable managing multi-pet households and am meticulous, cautious, and deeply committed to providing safe, attentive, and loving care.
In addition to pet care, I also offer plant care - whether it's watering schedules, light checks, or just making sure your green leafy plant babies are also thriving while you're away. 🌱
At home you'll find me cooking, tending to my plants, and hanging out with my two dogs and my cat, Baby. 🐾🐾🐱 I would love to care for your fur family the way I care for my own. 💜
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Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
Yes! I have a mane coon named Baby, and two dogs named Woofs and Ben. Baby definitely runs the house - she’s incredibly intelligent, she trained herself to use a bell to alert for her mealtimes and lives by a very strict schedule. She’s trying the boss, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. 🌎🐾
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
Safety starts at the meet and greet. I take time to learn each cat’s habits, behaviors and any signs of escape tendencies, and I ask detailed questions about routines and home expectations. I’m very intentional about entry/exit safety - opening doors carefully, keeping them narrow, and securing them quickly behind me. I always also visually locate each car during visits, even fight means checking favoriting hiding spots like closets, under beds, or behind furniture. We’d disucuss any home security systems, community safety concerns, and any special instructions so I can follow the hose holds safer plan exactly. My goal is to make sure both your pet and you home are always secure.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
No cat is a challenge for my patience. Just like in mental health work, every cat’s emotional and behave needs are different, and I adjust my approach accordingly. I never force interaction, always respct their space and focus on creating a calm, low stress environment. I allow cats to engage in their own pace, provide gentle presence and prioritize emotional safety as much as physical safety. I especially value building ongoing relationships wit pet partners so we can advantage to care approaches over time and support each cat’s comfot, confidence, and wellbeing.
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Andrea is experienced with 6 types of medications
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Laura
This month
Andrea was wonderful with my cat! She was communicative throughout the entire stay and kept me updated, making it so easy to relax while I was away. You can genuinely tell that Andrea loves animals and takes their care seriously. She was reliable, attentive, and clearly made sure my cat was happy and comfortable. I felt completely at ease knowing my cat was in her care. I would absolutely recommend Andrea to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring, and dependable pet sitter!
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Renada
October 6, 2026
I’ve known Andrea for three years. I’m extremely particular about whom I trust, and Andrea is someone I can count on. She is caring, dependable, and takes her responsibilities seriously. I’m happy to recommend her to cat parents looking for a sitter who will treat their pets with kindness, exceptional care and as their own.
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Meowtel
January 28, 2026
Andrea is a background-checked cat sitter in the Austin area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.
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Drop in visits rates
Andrea's is 20%
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
These are the date ranges in 2027 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2027
- January 15-21: MLK Day
- February 12-18: Presidents Day
- May 28-June 3: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 3-9: Labor Day
- October 8-14: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 22-28: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2028
Andrea's holiday surcharge is 20%.
Drop in visits rates
Schedule Constraints
My primary job as a crisis line operator runs Wednesday through Saturday, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM, so pet sitting visits are scheduled around those commitments unless we’re booked for housesitting.
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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)
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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 $27.00. 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
Laura
This month
Andrea was wonderful with my cat! She was communicative throughout the entire stay and kept me updated, making it so easy to relax while I was away. You can genuinely tell that Andrea loves animals and takes their care seriously. She was reliable, attentive, and clearly made sure my cat was happy and comfortable. I felt completely at ease knowing my cat was in her care. I would absolutely recommend Andrea to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring, and dependable pet sitter!
Renada
October 6, 2026
I’ve known Andrea for three years. I’m extremely particular about whom I trust, and Andrea is someone I can count on. She is caring, dependable, and takes her responsibilities seriously. I’m happy to recommend her to cat parents looking for a sitter who will treat their pets with kindness, exceptional care and as their own.
Meowtel
January 28, 2026
Andrea is a background-checked cat sitter in the Austin area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.