I'm Rachel
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I'm Rachel
Cat Sitting in Austin, TX
Hi, I’m Rachel and have been a cat sitter for over 15 years and a shelter volunteer for the past 4 years. I am RECOVER Initiative Pet CPR Certified, American Red Cross Cat & Dog First Aid Certified, and a Fear Free® Certified professional pet sitter.
My mission is to provide compassionate, stress-free care that honors each cat’s unique personality and emotional needs. As a certified Fear Free® pet sitter, I use gentle, low-stress handling techniques to ensure every visit feels safe, calm, and enriching. I strive to create a peaceful environment where cats feel respected, understood,... **For both current and new clients: if my calendar says unavailable, please message me and we can work something out.**
Hi, I’m Rachel and have been a cat sitter for over 15 years and a shelter volunteer for the past 4 years. I am RECOVER Initiative Pet CPR Certified, American Red Cross Cat & Dog First Aid Certified, and a Fear Free® Certified professional pet sitter.
My mission is to provide compassionate, stress-free care that honors each cat’s unique personality and emotional needs. As a certified Fear Free® pet sitter, I use gentle, low-stress handling techniques to ensure every visit feels safe, calm, and enriching. I strive to create a peaceful environment where cats feel respected, understood, and cared for while their humans are away, giving both cats and their guardians complete peace of mind.
Cats are the most regal creatures and leave paw prints on our hearts. I grew up with cats and am a current proud cat owner to my six year old fur child, Bruce Wayne. I have experience with all cats of different ages, shapes, and sizes. I also have experience caring for cats with specialized needs (FeLV+/FIV+), disabilities, neonatal kittens and pregnant/new mother cats. I have been trained to do bottle, gruel, and syringe feedings for kittens of all life stages. Felines are my passion and I love them with every fiber of my being. I have volunteered with Austin Pets Alive for the past four years and love working with the neonatal nursery and FeLV+ units. I am also a volunteer with Shadow Cats. I am flexible with visit times and am willing to travel up to a 10-30 mile radius to take care of your sweet kitties.
Fun fact about me: I’m also a certified Holy Fire® III Reiki Master. I love doing reiki on pets.
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I grew up with cats starting at a very young age. I began pet sitting for family, friends, and neighbors, then expanded my clientele from there.
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
Meeting new cats and learning about their personalities. Cats can teach us a lot about the world and are beacons of light and love.
Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?
My favorite cat sitting reservation was with a return client. They have two very shy kitties that warmed up to me with time and patience. I am so happy that they now let me give them lots of love and head scratches. We even cuddle together on the couch now.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I do have one adorable kitty at the moment. He is a six year old black domestic shorthair named Bruce Wayne.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
Ask your potential sitter as many questions as you’d like! We are here to serve you and your cats. It is important to ensure that all of you and your cats needs are being met by your sitter. Hiring the same cat sitters regularly is a smart move so that your cats become familiar and comfortable with us caring for them. **I highly recommend utilizing complementary 30 minute in person meet and greets, especially if your cats are timid. It takes time to gain a cat’s trust and help them feel comfortable.
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
I will plan a meet and greet with the cat parent and their cat after the booking is confirmed. At the meet and greet, I will jot down any important intake notes and details about caring for their cat, introduce myself to the cat, and have social interactions with the cat if they are comfortable with new people.
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
Staying vigilant, alert, and present during cat sitting is crucial. I am also very thorough with every task that is requested from the cat parent. It’s very important to maintain a safe environment for your cat to thrive in.
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes, I am usually available during the holidays. If there is no availability on my calendar, please feel free to message me and I’m happy to see if we can work something out.
What is your favorite cat toy?
That’s a great question. I tend to love a nice wand toy with feathers or bells, catnip kickers, or treat puzzles. Enrichment and play are crucial to a cats well-being.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I respect their space by keeping my distance and letting them decide if they want to interact with me first. It takes time and patience to build trust with new cats. I like to leave out treat offerings, play a vet approved cat calming music playlist, and keep my distance to show timid and anxious cats that they are safe in my presence.
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Rachel is experienced with 4 types of medications
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Holly
May 15, 2026
Rachel is a detailed and attentive sitter. She took time to ask thorough questions about our cats before we left so she could provide the best care for them. The cats loved her and she provided great updates after every visit. Rachel went above and beyond to make sure the cats’ routines were consistent. We have peace of mind knowing our cats are in such good hands with her!
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Nat
January 30, 2026
Rachel was communicative and treated our kitties with respect and kindness! We have one cat who is just the pickiest eater in the world and she worked to ensure he ate at least a couple bites of food each night. We will definitely hire her again when we need someone!
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Kat
April 28, 2026
I’m usually such an anxious cat mom whenever I leave town but I always know my babies are in good hands when Rachel is watching them! She always sends timely updates and everything is in order when I get home. So grateful for her!
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Jordan
November 27, 2025
Rachel was great! This was my 2nd time booking her and she went above and beyond. My feeder stopped working the first day of my trip and she was able to pop in a day early to make sure my kitties got breakfast. She shared great photos and video every day, and even got my shy boy to love up on her. I'll definitely book with her again in the future.
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Samuel
September 5, 2025
Everything about our reservation with Rachel was smooth and flawless!! Detaield updates and photos were provided every afternoon, which provided so much peace of mind while we were out of town. Will absolutely book again.
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Abigail
October 17, 2025
Rachel is great! She sends pictures, videos, and a thorough description of everything she did during the visit. Highly recommend
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Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Rachel's is 15%
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
Rachel's holiday surcharge is 15%.
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Rachel'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
Rachel'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 $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 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
Holly
May 15, 2026
Rachel is a detailed and attentive sitter. She took time to ask thorough questions about our cats before we left so she could provide the best care for them. The cats loved her and she provided great updates after every visit. Rachel went above and beyond to make sure the cats’ routines were consistent. We have peace of mind knowing our cats are in such good hands with her!
Nat
January 30, 2026
Rachel was communicative and treated our kitties with respect and kindness! We have one cat who is just the pickiest eater in the world and she worked to ensure he ate at least a couple bites of food each night. We will definitely hire her again when we need someone!
Kat
April 28, 2026
I’m usually such an anxious cat mom whenever I leave town but I always know my babies are in good hands when Rachel is watching them! She always sends timely updates and everything is in order when I get home. So grateful for her!
Jordan
November 27, 2025
Rachel was great! This was my 2nd time booking her and she went above and beyond. My feeder stopped working the first day of my trip and she was able to pop in a day early to make sure my kitties got breakfast. She shared great photos and video every day, and even got my shy boy to love up on her. I'll definitely book with her again in the future.
Samuel
September 5, 2025
Everything about our reservation with Rachel was smooth and flawless!! Detaield updates and photos were provided every afternoon, which provided so much peace of mind while we were out of town. Will absolutely book again.
Abigail
October 17, 2025
Rachel is great! She sends pictures, videos, and a thorough description of everything she did during the visit. Highly recommend
Jessica
August 19, 2025
My two cats are very shy and rarely come out of hiding for sitters, but with Rachel they came out more than once! And of course were well taken care of, too. Rachel was also super accommodating to a last-minute scheduling change I made to my reservation.
Sujay
September 7, 2025
Great care visits from Rachel! I greatly appreciated her detailed updates and quick thoughtful actions to unexpected situations. Followed all instructions to a tee and even went above and beyond on a few extra actions. Came home to a happy cat!
Karen
December 25, 2025
Rachel came to the rescue when our old sitter canceled on us for the holidays! We will be using Rachel again!! She even got our shy baby to come out of his shell for a photo!
Melissa
December 9, 2025
Rachel is very communicative, and has a lot of knowledge about cats. I just adopted my cat, and she is still adjusting. Rachel is understanding about that and gives her space while also taking good care of her. It is nice to be able relax when I am out of town.
Melissa
March 29, 2025
This was such an amazing experience! It was a huge comfort to know my kitties were being taken care of by an attentive cat person. Rachel did everything she could to coax my shy kitty out of hiding, she even played calming music for her. The kitten got love & play time, which was a huge relief as well. I will absolutely ask Rachel help me again, & I will tell everyone about her!
Kaila
December 29, 2024
This was the first time we had a cat sitter so I was nervous that our shy kitten would be too nervous to come out, but Rachel was so calm and kind with our kitten! She did actually what I asked for. She also let me know when she was on her way, sent pictures, and gave very specific details about our kitten. If we need a cat sitter again, we will definitely book through Rachel!
Victoria
November 26, 2024
I have four cats who have a specific Diet and feeding schedule/arrangement And Rachel gave me the peace of mind feeding and taking care of all four of my babies! I heavily appreciated her detailed updates about my babies and how they behaved, it made me feel as if I was still home watching them! She really made my cats feel stress-free and comforted while I was gone. If you’re looking for someone who pays attention to detail and goes above and beyond giving a great experience for your babies definitely hit up Rachel! Thank you!!
Marisa
July 10, 2025
Rachel is an absolute gem! She was able to administer my sweet baby her pill, and give her extra love and attention. Highly recommend!! :)
Logan
June 29, 2025
As newer ATX residents, this was our first time using Rachel, but it won’t be our last! She met with us and our cat prior to our departure. Then she checked in on him in accordance to the set schedule and sent daily pictures/updates. We came home to our house and our cat exactly as we had left it prior. 5/5 experience and provided a lot of peace of mind when leaving our little gremlin.
Response from Rachel
Thank you for trusting me with caring for your sweet fur baby! He is such a joy to be around.
Neal
June 25, 2025
Rachel was amazing, sent great updates on my 2 cats, and when I returned home after 2 weeks my cats were happy as can be. I cannot recommend Rachel highly enough, she loved my cats!
Response from Rachel
I’m so happy to hear that Zoey and Iggy were happy when you got home! They are the sweetest girls. Thank you for the kind feedback.
Melissa
May 7, 2025
Rachel was awesome again! The updates were detailed & informative. She tried to get my shy girl to come out, & played with the crazy kitten. It is so comforting to know she will be there to check on & take care of my kitties when I am away!
Olivia
July 7, 2025
Rachel was a fantastic cat sitter for our three girls. She followed our instructions perfectly and her updates were very thorough. We will definietly use Rachel again!
Response from Rachel
It was a joy caring for your three girls! Thank you so much for your trust..
Jessica
January 3, 2025
Rachel had very clear communication with me the whole time. She showed our kitties sincere care and respect. She alleviated anxieties by spelling out what she did on each visit and carrying out all the specific things we’d asked. We really appreciated her being available during the holidays!!
Chris
May 31, 2026
Rachel is awesome! From the pictures and videos that she sent, it was obvious that our kitties became friends with her and enjoyed her visits. She is very concientious and detail oriented, but also very understanding of and in-tune with our cats. We were able to enjoy our time away knowing that our kitties were in good hands. We were so pleased with her service that we've already booked her for our next trip!
Danielle
This week
Rachel was the sweetest and so great with all of our kitties. she’s gentle and took the time to understand their individual needs. I would recommend her and will definitely use her again.
Renee
August 14, 2025
Rachel was very professional, communicated twice daily with pictures and very helpful! I would absolutely recommend her for pet sitting!!!
Jessi
December 29, 2025
Rachel is THE BEST KITTY SITTER I have ever had. And I have had a great one that retired. i’ve never felt so comfortable with someone in my house taking care of my babies. And my kitties are such a handful, she actually got them to warm up to her which is so rare. She is definitely a cat whisperer! Book Rachel today, your babies couldn’t be in better care.
Julia
December 1, 2024
Rachel went above and beyond and was so easy to communicate with. We came home to a very calm and happy kitty. Will definitely book with her from now on!
Roger
December 28, 2025
Rachel was a great cat sitter who I was able to book last minute. She set up a time for us to video chat, and it was simple and easy to communicate our cat's needs. On the day of the visit, she followed our requests thoroughly and took great care of our boy. We would definitely book Rachel again!
Cedric
January 6, 2025
Can't say enough good things about Rachel. This was by far the longest time that we left Mittens alone, and we were very concerned. However, from the Meet & Greet through the detailed updates, Rachel managed to make us comfortable leaving Mittens in her care. We returned today to find her in good spirits and great health. We can thank Rachel enough for taking such good care of Mittens.
Sandy
May 15, 2026
Rachel was great with my cats. She sent a detailed message explaining everything she did and included pics. She played calming music for them 😌Highly recommend!
Carrie
December 8, 2024
Rachel was amazing with my three Kit Kats! She was very thorough with questions at our initial meeting, was very detailed with her daily updates, and took great photos of the babies! She did a fantastic job and I wouldn’t hesitate to book with her on the future (:
Hannah
November 23, 2025
Great communication and photos during our trip. Grateful to have Rachel as the cats are more familiar with her now.
Hannah
June 25, 2025
I'm happy to see my kitties opening up a bit with Rachel. It's hard to leave them alone, but reassuring that they trust her.
Response from Rachel
Thank you for trusting me with their care! It’s always great to see them.
Hannah
September 2, 2024
Rachel really came through for us with a last minute reservation! She did a great job and our cats even blessed her with their presence.
Kristen
December 2, 2024
Rachel was fantastic - she was a great communicator and took perfect care of my kitty. She was accommodating and accountable, I definitely recommend her!
Justin
December 2, 2024
Rachel was incredible, my cats really appreciated it. She was on time, following instructions properly. great communication. Would definitely use her again in the future
Drew
January 1, 2025
Rachel was so attentive, detail-oriented, and sweet with our kitties! She communicated thoroughly and paid great attention to our needs. I highly recommend booking with Rachel!
Wendy
This week
Cedric
This month
Shelby
This month
Holly
This month
Jennifer
This month
detailed visit reports as always and great photos!
Briana
This month
Jennifer
This month
great visit as always!
Wendy
May 29, 2026
Wendy
May 12, 2026
Karen
May 10, 2026
Jennifer
April 28, 2026
Rachel is fantastic! excellent communication
Ronica
April 21, 2026
amazing as always!!!
Cedric
March 23, 2026
Briana
March 17, 2026
Briana
March 7, 2026
Melissa
February 11, 2026
Timothy
February 10, 2026
Melissa
January 19, 2026
Karen
January 10, 2026
Karen
January 3, 2026
Melissa
December 31, 2025
Ronica
December 31, 2025
Karen
December 29, 2025
Katherine
December 28, 2025
Rachel was a great sitter who made me feel super confident that my cat was well taken care of while I was away!
Matthew
December 27, 2025
Quick to respond!
Melissa
December 24, 2025
Rachel is reliable and very communicative! I trust her with my very anxious kitty.
Briana
December 24, 2025
Karen
December 20, 2025
Justin
December 15, 2025
rachel is the best
Jennifer
December 1, 2025
Rachel leaves great feedback, the cats love her, and she is always very thorough. She takes great pictures 🙂
Jordan
November 28, 2025
Justin
November 27, 2025
Briana
November 20, 2025
Rachel is the best! I could tell she really cared for my two kitties. I will definitely rebook with Rachel when I am heading out of town. Thank you!!!
Danette Jacob
November 18, 2025
Amanda
November 17, 2025
Ronica
November 12, 2025
Neal
November 10, 2025
Karen
October 21, 2025
Karen
October 17, 2025
Karen
October 16, 2025
Karen
October 14, 2025
Karen
October 12, 2025
Ronica
October 12, 2025
Karen
October 11, 2025
Karen
October 1, 2025
Karen
September 26, 2025
Karen
September 25, 2025
Karen
September 24, 2025
Ronica
September 21, 2025
Danette Jacob
September 15, 2025
Karen
September 13, 2025
Karen
September 11, 2025
Karen
September 10, 2025
Jessica
September 4, 2025
Karen
August 30, 2025
Karen
August 30, 2025
Ronica
August 26, 2025
Karen
August 23, 2025
Karen
August 21, 2025
Karen
August 18, 2025
Karen
August 10, 2025
Jessica
August 5, 2025
Karen
August 2, 2025
Karen
July 29, 2025
Jennifer
July 21, 2025
My cats love Rachel and she is a fantastic photographer! She leaves very detailed reports for us and takes great care of our boys.
Karen
July 19, 2025
Hannah
July 19, 2025
Carrie
July 15, 2025
Rachel is wonderful to work with, as always. Takes such great care of my babies!!!
Vanessa
July 14, 2025
Madeline
July 5, 2025
Carrie
June 24, 2025
Danette Jacob
June 22, 2025
Jennifer
June 8, 2025
Detailed feed back as always and my cats love Rachel.
Ronica
June 3, 2025
Ammi
May 28, 2025
Rachel was amazing with my senior kitty especially on such short notice. I was very grateful for her and appreciated the care and patience she had with my little old man. Beuond happy with the care she took with him.
Justin
April 13, 2025
Jennifer
March 30, 2025
Wonderful sitter, our cats love her!
Cedric
March 24, 2025
Carrie
March 15, 2025
Jennifer
March 3, 2025
Great photos and detailed feedback!
Eftychia
February 15, 2025
Justin
January 15, 2025
return customer, will keep returning my boys love Rachel!
Eftychia
January 3, 2025
Ronica
December 2, 2024
Rachel is the best! Super responsive and responsible. My cats love her.
Ronica
September 25, 2024
Pamee
August 21, 2024
Meowtel
May 20, 2024
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