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I'm Kara

A cat sitter in San Marcos, TX

4.96/5.00
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76 REVIEWS

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I'm Kara | Cat Sitting in San Marcos, TX

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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love the peace of mind I know it gives to a kitty parent to know their cat babies are well taken care of. Meeting different cats and all the personalities they have is so fun. Cats teach boundaries so well!

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

We have 3 kitties! Harrison, a sassy tabby who is 8. I've had him since he was a tiny kitten. Milo and Sushi are both 1 yr old orange babies. Milo was found as a orphaned newborn and my 15 yr old daughter bottle fed him. He is thriving now and very fiesty. Sushi is also a rescue cat and is the sweetest, gentle fluffy boy.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?

I feel like an open line of communication is always key. Making sure the sitter you hire is willing to keep in touch, communicate well & often.

How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?

I am extremely vigilant about doors, baby gates and the like. Being a farm kid, we learned early to keep 'gates' closed! Ha! And I employ that with cat sits as well!

Are you usually available during holidays?

My family lives locally and we typically travel before or after holidays. So yes! I am likely available and willing!

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

It’s vital to give cats their space. I will often allow the cats to come to me and if they don’t, I’ll talk to them from afar, sit quietly and respect their energy and space always.

Kara's Reviews

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West

As usually Kara was amazing and always goes above and beyond!

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Brooke

Kara was wonderful! I didn't have to worry about my girls at all while on vacation. She sent pictures and video daily and was able to give my elderly cat her medications. I will absolutely use her services again if needed!

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West

Amazing as always! wouldn’t go anywhere without Kara!

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Regina

This was my first time using Meowtel and I couldn't be happier with Kara! She gave me regular updates and even sent me pictures of him. If I ever need a sitter again, I will be requesting Kara - she sets the bar high!

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Rebekah

This our second time with Kara taking care of our kitty while we were out of town and I would highly recommend her! She is reliable, responsive, and is very attentive to our girl. She keeps the bowl area spotless and even takes the time to brush her. We even had an issues with our door lock this time around and she was patient and flexible while we sorted everything out.

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Lane

Kara is amazing! So responsive and attentive to our kitties!

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Suzanne

Kara is fantastic!!! This was the second time she has taken care of Henry while I was traveling. she goes above and beyond. She sends pictures, videos and a note to let me know how Henry is doing. He likes playing and getting belly rubs when she’s there so I know he feels comfortable and is glad she’s there to visit! I highly recommend Kara!

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Dina

Kara is a great find! My shy kitties warmed up to her quickly and were well taken care of. She sent photos and texts with updates each day, and even helped water my garden while we were away. Will definitely be using her again!

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Response from Kara on Jun 4, 2025 "Thank you, Dina and Colin! I really loved staying over with your kitties in your lovely home. Leila and Kitty were sweet little hosts. 🐾🐾"
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Diana

thanks for taking care of my cat!

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Response from Kara on May 28, 2025 "Give Laszlo a high five for me, such a sweet boy! Thanks for trusting me with his care! 🐾🐾"
May 28, 2025
Jodi

All three of my kitties are very shy and reclusive. I knew from the moment that Kara walked in that she would be great. She took the time to sit down on the floor and was patient to get their approving sniffs! One of my cats had recently had surgery and needed to be kept separate and given meds twice daily. Kara did an exceptional job of providing me detailed updates, pictures, and took excellent care of our pets and our plants. We will definitely book with her again.

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Response from Kara on May 28, 2025 "Aww, this made my day! Thank you so much! I loved spending time with your sweet boys and earning their trust! I definitely hope to see them again and really appreciate you trusting me with their care! 🐾🐾🐾"
May 28, 2025
West

Man oh man did Kara make our first trip perfect! Spent a week out of the country and we were so stressed until we met Kara! Sonny loved her! Daily updates were awesome and beyond the minimum for sure. I think the cat just booked another trip so she can hang out with Kara again! Thank you so much and can’t wait to book again!

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Response from Kara on May 28, 2025 "Thank you! I know you & Taylor were nervous & Sonny is special! Honored to have helped make your trip one you could enjoy. Apologies if he is addicted to cat TV ha! Looking forward to seeing him again. 🐾🧡"
May 19, 2025
Karen

Kara came to the rescue when we had just moved to the Austin area and had to travel out of town for a funeral. Her updates were great and she even was able to extend her visits when our flight got delayed.

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Response from Kara on May 28, 2025 "Thank you so much! Your sweet, shy kitties were a pleasure to hang with. I hope they are settled in and that your family enjoys Austin! 🐾🐾"
May 17, 2025
Amanda

our regular cat sitter wasn’t available for our trip, so I found Meowtel and booked with Kara. I’m never going back! Kara sent updates at every visit, gave our diabetic cat his shots, and got pictures every time. She was amazing and I felt so at ease while we were gone. 😻😻

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Response from Kara on May 28, 2025 "Aww! I love this, thank you!! Loved hanging with your sweet ones. They were a pleasure. Definitely hope to see them again! Thank YOU! 🐾🐾"
May 14, 2025
Hillary

Had to schedule a last minute cat sitter and Kara was super responsive, attentive, and I felt like my kitty was in great hands. 10/10 will book again. Kara was very intuitive and assisted with things that I forgot to mention.

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Response from Kara on May 7, 2025 "Thank YOU, Hillary! I am so glad I could accept your request as I know how frustrating last minute cancellations are. Luna was such a sweet little love bug! Hope to see her again on your next travels. 🐾"
May 6, 2025
Pamela

Kara was such a wonderful and purrfect kitty caregiver. It made being away from my 4 cats so much easier. I highly recommend her.

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Response from Kara on May 6, 2025 "Aw, thank YOU! I loved spending time with your cat family and earning especially Chelsea's trust. Such sweet kitties and I hope to see them again on your next travels. 🐾🐾🐾🐾"
May 5, 2025
Heather

Kara was so great with my kitties. I was a bit of a mess since it was my first time leaving them, but she took great pictures and gave detailed updates. It really helped knowing they were in good hands!

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Response from Kara on Apr 30, 2025 "Aw, thank you, Heather! I loved your babies and hoped you felt safe- I know you missed them! I look forward to recommending you and hopefully seeing your cat fam again when you travel! Drizzle was so fun! 🐾🐾🐾🐾"
April 30, 2025
Jennifer

Kara was amazing. she was detailed oriented and quick to respond. our trip had to be extended and she was readily available to continue care for my kitties. she was efficient, honest, trustworthy, and went above and beyond for my kitties. I felt at ease my entire trip knowing that my babies were in good hands! I highly recommend Kara and will continue to reserve her for my future getaways!

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Response from Kara on Apr 30, 2025 "Thank you! I really enjoyed spending time with your kitties and Gary the fish! Bella was so sweet once she felt safe, and Ollie, too! Ace was so friendly and lovable! Glad you guys made it home safely! 🐾🐾🐾🐟"
April 29, 2025
Maggie

I am so impressed with Kara. My cat can be somewhat difficult. Kara handled everything perfectly, she sent great photos/ updates and overall made my travels so much easier. She is professional and very reliable. Well worth it! I came home to a happy and frisky cat. I can tell he liked Kara.

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Response from Kara on Apr 29, 2025 "Aww, this made my day! definitely hope to see Jeff again on your next travels- thank you so much! 🐾"
April 24, 2025
Keely

Kara did an amazing job taking care of our little Pippa while we were out of town. She was attentive, detailed, took amazing photogenic pictures of her, and we appreciated the time she gave Pippa while she was with her. Thank you again Kara!

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Response from Kara on Apr 23, 2025 "Aww, I loved Pippa! She made my week! Thank you for trusting me with her🐾"
April 23, 2025
Russell

Kara did a fantastic job caring for my cat Grace. She sent a lot of pictures which made feel at ease seeing that Grace was doing great. I will definitely be hiring Kara again.

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Response from Kara on Apr 23, 2025 "Thank you, Russell! An honor to hopefully earn Grace's trust. I look forward to seeing her again. 🐾"
April 22, 2025
Juliana

Kara went above and beyond for my cat Asher! She was attentive, communicative, and thorough in her visits. 100% recommend Kara for your cat-sitting needs. Will be going through her again in the future

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Response from Kara on Apr 17, 2025 "Aww thanks Juliana! I loved spending time with Asher and definitely hope to see him again! Thank YOU! 🐾🐾"
April 10, 2025
Audrey

Kara was extremely attentive to both of my precious angels and even got one of the shyer ones to come out of his shell!

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Response from Kara on Apr 3, 2025 "Audrey, such a pleasure! Thank you for trusting me with them! Hope to see them again on your travels, I know with your love and patience - Crumpets will feel more and more at home! Sweet babies! 🐾"
April 3, 2025
Rebekah

Kara took such good care of our kitty! It was our first time leaving her so we were very nervous about it. The updates we got from Kara made it so much easier for us, and our girl really seemed to enjoy Kara’s visits. I would highly recommend Kara and we will likely be trying to book her again in the future!

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Response from Kara on Feb 23, 2025 "Aw, so glad! I knew y'all would be worried about her from your message and hoped you all felt okay. Thank you! Loved hanging with Anastasia in your lovely home. Hope to see her again on your next travels. 🩷🐾"
February 16, 2025
Richard

Kara is the best! I knew the whole time I was away that my cats were in the best hands possible. She was especially attentive to my 18-year-old Nermal, who can be very testy but was on her best behavior with Kara. I highly recommend Kara's services!

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January 9, 2025
Alexandra

she was so sweet!! and very helpful

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Response from Kara on Jan 9, 2025 "Thank you!!!! I loved caring for Fullerton, Tommy and the elusive Max! Ha! 🐾🥰"
January 8, 2025
Lily

Kara was the purr-fect cat sitter for our two cats. Her photos look professional and we felt at ease with her timely reports. you could tell our cats felt safe with her, one of them even rolling around on his back. Highly recommended!

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Response from Kara on Jan 4, 2025 "Thank you so much, Lily & family! Theo really loved the patio and our time there. Hope to see both kitties again in your travels. 🐾🐾"
January 4, 2025
Liz

10/10 would book with Kara again!

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Response from Kara on Jan 3, 2025 "Thank you so much! It was a pleasure to care for Jasmine! 🐾"
January 3, 2025
John

the reservation was simple and kara was great

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Response from Kara on Jan 3, 2025 "Thank you, John! Always a pleasure to care for Roo and make your travels easier! 🐾"
December 31, 2024
Emily

Kara is a great cat sitter! made sure my kitties are happy and healthy & is very professional💖

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Response from Kara on Jan 3, 2025 "Thank you, Emily! Your boys are so fun & sweet! A joy to work with you & them! 🐾"
December 26, 2024
Leah

Kara did a great job! Would highly recommend her to any cat owner.

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Response from Kara on Jan 3, 2025 "Thank you, Leah! It was fun spending Christmas Eve hanging with Xena! She is such a sweet little lady. 🐾"
December 26, 2024
Diane

Kara was fantastic with our two cats. She sent updates and photos each day. Her responses to our questions were prompt. We are glad she is in our area to help us out when we travel. We highly recommend Kara!

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December 15, 2024
Christine

Great communication and updates. Would book again.

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December 7, 2024
Dana

Kara was fantastic! She responded to my request very quickly and was willing to take a last minute booking. My four cats are very different and can be picky; two of them are elderly and require meds/special food. Kara did a great job accommodating all of them and making sure they all got attention and love! She did a great job cleaning the litter and puke, too! Loved her detailed notes and photos. Will book again!

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December 2, 2024
Marie

Kara was great with our two cats! would definitely book her again !

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December 1, 2024
Linda

Excellent and kind. Highly recommended. Went above and beyond to find very shy kitties. Will certainly want her skills again on my next trip!

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November 24, 2024
John

kara was very on point with the reservation and responsed within minutes of my request.

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October 21, 2024
Mary

Kara was wonderful! very thoughrough and patient and a wonderful communicator. Thanks so much!!

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September 7, 2024
Christine

Kara took great care of my 2 kitties Pawpeas and Fiddles! Fiddles is a 1 year-old skittish midnight black cat that forgot she was shy and 18-year old Pawpeas loooved that Kara brushed her. Will be calling Kara again to keep my cats happy while I am away.

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September 2, 2024
John

kara was awesome Roo loves her

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August 23, 2024
John

kara was an excellent person to help with Roo. i was concerned because Roo can have an attitude, but Kara was excellent in diffusing that. I highly recommend her.

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August 13, 2024
Julie

Kara is Wonderful! Quick response, great with my kitty, went above and beyond! She’s the best! So nice and professional.

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August 9, 2024
Melissa

Kara did a great job with our 2 kitties! One is very shy, and Kara was able to draw her out. Kara sent detailed updates with pictures every time, including pictures of the state of the litter box and food and water. I really appreciated the excellent updates. I highly recommend Kara and would use her again!

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August 1, 2024
Meowtel

Kara is a background-checked cat sitter in the San Marcos area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.

June 12, 2024
Karli

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Larissa

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Mary

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Melody

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Myles

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Response from Kara on Jun 4, 2025 "Thank you Myles & Ciri! 🐾"
June 2, 2025
Karli

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June 2, 2025
Lauren

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Response from Kara on Jun 4, 2025 "Thanks Lauren, Porter & Stevie! 🐾"
June 1, 2025
Ross

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Response from Kara on Jun 4, 2025 "Thank you Ross & kitties! 🐾🐾🐾"
May 27, 2025
David

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Response from Kara on Jun 4, 2025 "Thanks David & Gustavo! 🐾"
May 26, 2025
Emily

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Response from Kara on Jun 4, 2025 "Thank you Emily, Otto & Max! 🐾🐾"
May 26, 2025
Russell

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Response from Kara on Jun 4, 2025 "Thanks Russell & Grace! 🐾"
May 23, 2025
Lauren

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Response from Kara on Jun 4, 2025 "Thank you Lauren, Porter & Stevie! 🐾"
May 22, 2025
Allison

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Response from Kara on Jun 4, 2025 "Thank you Allison, Harper & Jojo! 🐾"
May 21, 2025
Suzanne

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May 20, 2025
Mel

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May 20, 2025
Monica

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May 8, 2025
David

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May 7, 2025
Pamela

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May 5, 2025
Susan

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May 1, 2025
Matthew

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April 22, 2025
Scott

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April 17, 2025
Liz

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March 30, 2025
Matthew

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March 30, 2025
Christine

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January 14, 2025
David

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December 27, 2024
David

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December 25, 2024
Alexandra

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December 21, 2024
Derek

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December 20, 2024
Katy

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December 7, 2024
Emily

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December 2, 2024
Julie

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October 2, 2024
Bethany

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September 10, 2024
John

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August 23, 2024

Kara's First Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $25.00 / 20min $37.00 / 45min $52.00 / 60min
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Kara's Second Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $23.00 / 20min $37.00 / 45min $51.00 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $57.00 / Overnight stays in your home
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Kara's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • Animal CPR Trained
  • Foster Parent
  • T-N-R
  • Shelter Volunteer

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Experience

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

Each Visit Includes

  • Litter box cleaning
  • Feeding
  • Water refresh
  • A text update with at least 1 photo
  • Playtime and belly rubs

Cancellation Policy

Customers may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a 100% refund, and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:

Customers will receive a 100% refund to their Account Balance if they cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the start date of the reservation, and the sitter will not receive any earnings.

Customers will receive a 50% refund, and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the customer cancels between 24-48 hours of the start of the reservation.

No refund will be issued within 24 hours of the reservation, and the sitter will keep 100% of their planned earnings.

The Meowtel Promise & Satisfaction Guarantee

We are proud to provide each of our independently-contracted Meowtel cat sitters with the full benefits of our Meowtel Promise on eligible reservations. For reservations where each visit is at or above $20 and paid for through Meowtel, your cat(s) will automatically be covered under our insurance policy in the event that things don't go as planned.

If you are not fully satisfied with your sitter after the Meet & Greet or during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter to ensure we can deliver on our purrfect hospitality promise.

Independence Day is coming up soon (July 4th). Meowtel cat sitters are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!

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Frequently Asked Questions

San Marcos cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $24.00. Prices will also depend on how long your cat needs company for, whether that be a drop-in visit or overnight stay in your home. Meowtel sitters offer 20, 45, and 60-minute drop-in visits that allow for fully tailored care for your kitties. Your caregiver may also need to charge a little more if they have to travel far, so we'll match you with the best options which are close by.

Every Meowtel cat sitter has been thoroughly vetted, background-checked, and is insured through Meowtel on eligible reservations via our Meowtel Promise. To ensure total peace of mind while you're away, every Meowtel reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can have full confidence in 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 for your kitties. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.

We recommend that you book daily visits with your sitter to keep your cats in their routine and to help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.

Each Meowtel cat sitting visit will include the whole 9 yards: feeding, refreshing the water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, as well as any special requests you may have. We know every kitty is different and that's why we offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, every reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you can meet your sitter before you leave to ensure it will be a purrfect fit.

Farm Paws
4.96 • 76 reviews • From $23.00