I'm Imani

Cat Lover And Enthusiast

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15 Reviews
4 Repeat clients
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Meowtel provides customer support 365 days a year to help cat parents feel informed and supported at every step - including before a reservation is made.

In-home cat sitting visits typically include:

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

Imani is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Cat Lover And Enthusiast

I'm Imani

Cat Sitting in Alexandria, VA

Hi, my name is Imani Highsmith. I am a lover of all cats, no matter age or size. My experience with cats begins with my own baby boy, Cosmos, who is one years old. I have previously cat sitt before for my neighbors two cats and I had such a blast! It has led me to wanting to continue my cat sitting journey so I can meet so many kitties! I like to conduct my cat visits by giving them space and time to... Hi, my name is Imani Highsmith. I am a lover of all cats, no matter age or size. My experience with cats begins with my own baby boy, Cosmos, who is one years old. I have previously cat sitt before for my neighbors two cats and I had such a blast! It has led me to wanting to continue my cat sitting journey so I can meet so many kitties! I like to conduct my cat visits by giving them space and time to acclimate and respecting their boundaries of touch or no touch. I have experience with cats of all personalities whether shy, cuddly, or a little standoffish. No matter what, I love any and all kitties! I have experience with applying medications such as ointment, eye/ear drops, and pills. What sets me apart from other sitters, is my dedication to learning and acquiring new knowledge about all cats!

Learn More About Imani

What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?

This is my first time cat sitting through an app, but I have previously cat sit through word of mouth in my apartment building.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I enjoy their presence and discovering the unique personalities they all have! Additionally, I greatly enjoy developing relationships with them and creating a strong bond of trust and safety.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Yes, my kitties name is Cosmos. He is one years old and he is a tuxedo cat. He enjoys hunting the pigeons on my balcony and yelling at me for wet food :)


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

5.00
15 reviews
5.0
Attention to Detail
4.9
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
Sandra

Sandra

June 20, 2026

Imani was a caring and committed sitter during my travels. She spent time making my kitties as happy as possible with my absence and really got to know them. One kitty got sick just before I left and then passed during my absence and Imani was so kind and caring about him. I cannot say enough good things about her good judgement and support. Imani is a great cat sitter. You will be glad you hired her

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Response from Imani

Thank you so much Sandra for this wonderful review! I deeply appreciate it, and how wonderful you and your boys were. I would cat sit for you all the time!!

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Alexandra

Alexandra

October 24, 2025

Amani was amazing, she took such great care of our cats! She was so kind, so attentive to them, and overall wonderful! She listened to our feeding instructions and carried them out exactly as we asked! We hope that we can have Imani for our next vacation! Five stars we highly recommend her

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Katherine

Katherine

December 30, 2025

Imani did a fantastic job of keeping me in the loop about my cat and about the status of my apartment. She let me know about his energy levels, behavior, demeanor, and sent pictures/videos while I was away. She was responsive and was sure to ask questions if she had any!

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
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Jaquasia

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$24.75 / 20min
$36.50 / 45min
$47.50 / 60min

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Trust & Safety

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.

Alexandria cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $31.00. 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!

5.00
15 reviews
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From $24.75

Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)