I'm Jennifer
The Friendly Feline Whispurrer
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Jennifer is experienced with 4 types of medications
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I'm Jennifer
Cat Sitting in Alexandria, VA
I’ve been a proud, experienced cat owner (and sitter off and on) for nearly 20 years. I consider myself as having the natural ability to interact and gain the trust of our feline friends fairly easily. Cats are very territorial, so while cat sitting I know that I am on their turf and do not try to force any interaction immediately until they become familiar with my scent and voice. I know that once they are ready, they will seek you out as I truly believe that cats find YOU, not the other way around. :)
I currently have a 6 year-old cat named Mandala (Mandi for short), whose trust I earned after several months of her hiding under my bed. Whether luring her out with treats or toys, she eventually came around and is now... Hello! Thank you fur checking out my profile! **I ask that you please read my NOTES at the bottom of this listing for a smooth booking experience :).**
I’ve been a proud, experienced cat owner (and sitter off and on) for nearly 20 years. I consider myself as having the natural ability to interact and gain the trust of our feline friends fairly easily. Cats are very territorial, so while cat sitting I know that I am on their turf and do not try to force any interaction immediately until they become familiar with my scent and voice. I know that once they are ready, they will seek you out as I truly believe that cats find YOU, not the other way around. :)
I currently have a 6 year-old cat named Mandala (Mandi for short), whose trust I earned after several months of her hiding under my bed. Whether luring her out with treats or toys, she eventually came around and is now my little furry sidekick, following me all around my apartment! My previous cat, Squanto, lived until almost 18 years-old after being diabetic for over 7 years. I was able to administer his insulin shots and also gave him antibiotic shots post surgery for an infection he had as a geriatric cat.
A little bit about me…
I am a cat lover (obviously), who works full time as a professional graphic designer. My love for animals in general extends into my adhering to a vegan lifestyle, and I love to dabble in cooking plant-based dishes.
All that said, I would be so grateful to care of your furbaby feline(s) when the need arises. Please feel free reach out with any questions!
PLEASE NOTE:
** I prefer to have a meet and greet at least 5 days prior to drop-ins. Whether virtually or in-person, I require key/proper access codes in hand before heading to initial drop-in.
** If you live OUTSIDE of Alexandria and are booking Mon-Thurs, please inquire first as my availability can be limited outside of that zone, especially during the week. Also, I will not be able to fulfill more than (2) 20 min or (2) 45 min drop-ins daily, due to my full-time job. Overnight availability is minimal. Please inquire before booking as I will respond within an hour or two. Thanks in advance!
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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I just get lost in the kitty’s world when cat sitting and even caring for my own cat. I adore that they give unconditional love without words, whether it be while they are playing or allowing you to pet them. Plus, their purring is just the BEST! So therapeutic!
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
Yes, I have a cat named Mandala (Mandi, for short). If you check out my bio you can find out more about her! She is my fur baby through and through!
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
When handling cats that are timid or anxious, you really have to be patient. I describe more of this in my bio, but you have to build trust and let them come to you in time.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Jennifer is experienced with 4 types of medications
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Jen
February 17, 2026
Jennifer was great! she took care of my kitties on a somewhat last-minute request. She didn’t bat an eye I when I told her that our older kitty will poop on the carpet. She told me not to worry, and that she would take care of it, which she did. The cats seem to like her and she got some great photos of each to send while we were away. We will definitely choose Jennifer again next time we go out of town!
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it was an absolute joy to visit with your adorable duo! I would be more than happy to visit with them again. Thank you so much! 😸
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Patti
June 20, 2026
Jenn is terrific with my fur babies. Ollie adores her! And she was kind enough to keep the bird bath clean and filled. I love that she sends daily updates and pictures to me, the nervous kitty mom.
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Joseph
June 3, 2026
Jennifer did a wonderful job while we were away for four days. She was able to administer both oral and ear medication to one of my kitties, and her professionalism was top-notch. I would highly recommend her to anyone and would definitely love to work with her again in the future.
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Karly
December 2, 2025
Jennifer is fantastic! She was able to stop by to meet the cats and go over our needs prior to our trip. She was very attentive, communicative, and provided several photos of the cats during her visits. We would definitely book with her again!
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Niko and Louis are adorable and very friendly kitties! Thank you for the opportunity to visit with them! 😸
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Jennifer
May 2, 2026
I booked for the first time with Jennifer and wasn’t disappointed. he came for a meet and greet and then was coming to feed the three cats and play for two evenings. Got timely texts and updates and photos. when we arrived home cats were happy to see us and Jennifer left a few treats and items as appreciation for the booking. How very nice. would definitely book again!
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Leah
October 21, 2025
Jennifer is an absolutely outstanding cat-sitter! She was incredibly kind, prompt, and responsive throughout the entire booking. Galina clearly adored her, and I felt completely at ease thanks to the great updates and pictures Jennifer sent. What really set her apart was her willingness to go above and beyond when my travel plans were delayed; she was incredibly flexible and even left a sweet, personalized note. I highly recommend Jennifer and would hire her again for Galina without question.
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Galina is a beautiful and loveable girl! I hope to have the opportunity to visit with her again! 😸
Read moreService Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Jennifer'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
Jennifer's holiday surcharge is 20%.
Schedule Constraints
**If you live OUTSIDE of Alexandria and are booking Mon-Thurs, please inquire first as my availability can be limited outside of this zone, especially during the week.** will respond within an hour or two. Thank you!
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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.
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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 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
Jen
February 17, 2026
Jennifer was great! she took care of my kitties on a somewhat last-minute request. She didn’t bat an eye I when I told her that our older kitty will poop on the carpet. She told me not to worry, and that she would take care of it, which she did. The cats seem to like her and she got some great photos of each to send while we were away. We will definitely choose Jennifer again next time we go out of town!
Response from Jennifer
it was an absolute joy to visit with your adorable duo! I would be more than happy to visit with them again. Thank you so much! 😸
Patti
June 20, 2026
Jenn is terrific with my fur babies. Ollie adores her! And she was kind enough to keep the bird bath clean and filled. I love that she sends daily updates and pictures to me, the nervous kitty mom.
Joseph
June 3, 2026
Jennifer did a wonderful job while we were away for four days. She was able to administer both oral and ear medication to one of my kitties, and her professionalism was top-notch. I would highly recommend her to anyone and would definitely love to work with her again in the future.
Karly
December 2, 2025
Jennifer is fantastic! She was able to stop by to meet the cats and go over our needs prior to our trip. She was very attentive, communicative, and provided several photos of the cats during her visits. We would definitely book with her again!
Response from Jennifer
Niko and Louis are adorable and very friendly kitties! Thank you for the opportunity to visit with them! 😸
Jennifer
May 2, 2026
I booked for the first time with Jennifer and wasn’t disappointed. he came for a meet and greet and then was coming to feed the three cats and play for two evenings. Got timely texts and updates and photos. when we arrived home cats were happy to see us and Jennifer left a few treats and items as appreciation for the booking. How very nice. would definitely book again!
Response from Jennifer
Thank you for the chance to meet your trio and drop-in on them!
Leah
October 21, 2025
Jennifer is an absolutely outstanding cat-sitter! She was incredibly kind, prompt, and responsive throughout the entire booking. Galina clearly adored her, and I felt completely at ease thanks to the great updates and pictures Jennifer sent. What really set her apart was her willingness to go above and beyond when my travel plans were delayed; she was incredibly flexible and even left a sweet, personalized note. I highly recommend Jennifer and would hire her again for Galina without question.
Response from Jennifer
Galina is a beautiful and loveable girl! I hope to have the opportunity to visit with her again! 😸
Patti
October 24, 2025
Jennifer was great with my two fur babies. Daisy is standoff-ish, but soon Oliver was being very loving and flirting with Jen. She definitely won him over!
Response from Jennifer
Daisy was just on vacation. Glad to visit with her and Oliver. Maybe next time she’ll be back from her trip! 😸
Cindi
October 6, 2025
Jennifer was great with my kitties! They are fairly new, to me, shelter kitties and I wasn’t sure how they would be. They loved Jennifer! I really appreciated the updates and pictures every day. She is my go to kitty sitter from now on!
Response from Jennifer
Aw, your duo were a pleasure to visit! Hope to visit with them again soon! 😺
Cullen
November 13, 2025
Jennifer did a great job handling two special-needs cats, one of which required administering medicine.
Response from Jennifer
Your duo were an absolute pleasure to care for. I truly enjoyed visiting with them and hope to see them again!
Leslie
September 8, 2025
jennifer was wonderful with our girls while we were out of town. she went above and beyond treating our girls like princesses and even brought in a ridiculously large box that we received unexpectedly. we would gladly work with her again.
Response from Jennifer
I really enjoyed spending time with Darcy and Lizzy! They are full of spunk and such lovely and playful kitties! Thank you!
Sandra
August 29, 2025
Jennifer was a great cat sitter. She took good care of my kitties and updated me every day. I came home to a clean home because she took such good care of my home and cats while I was away and she brought toys to share. I will choose her again.
Response from Jennifer
I really adored spending time with Joker and Zen. They were a pleasure for me to visit! Thank you!
Devin
August 18, 2026
Jennifer’s communication was consistent and reassuring, making it so easy to relax while we were away. It’s rare to find someone who puts this much genuine heart and extra effort into pet sitting. We’ll definitely be reaching out to her again!
Cat
June 8, 2026
Jennifer was very great with my senior kitty and understanding with all his quirks. She updated me regularly and made me feel at ease. She did things exactly as requested.
Yaser
May 4, 2026
Jennifer is a very responsible cat sitter. She pays close attention to every detail and takes excellent care of the pet. I truly appreciate her support!
Response from Jennifer
Thank you for the opportunity to visit with your beautiful cat, Polo!
Kimberly
September 2, 2025
Jennifer was responsive, kind, and coaxed out all three of our shy kitties! She sent some great photos and provided super helpful updates. I wholeheartedly recommend utilizing her services!
Response from Jennifer
Thanks for entrusting me with your trio of cuties. They were all so loving and each have their own personality! Hope to visit with them again sometime! 😸
Claire
This month
Leah
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Leah
October 14, 2026
Leah
September 23, 2026
Tristan
September 7, 2026
Jennifer took great care of my pets and they were very happy and cared for when I got back!
Claire
September 6, 2026
Leah
September 4, 2026
Claire
August 19, 2026
Julia
August 3, 2026
Rebecca
July 31, 2026
Jennifer was absolutely amazing! Coming home after two weeks away to find my kitties happy, relaxed, and clearly so loved, was the best feeling. She truly went above and beyond in every way. ♥️ It's obvious that she genuinely loves the animals she cares for, and I had complete peace of mind while I was away. I couldn't recommend Jennifer more, and I'll definitely be booking with her again!!!
Response from Jennifer
Thank you so much! Ragnar and Freya were such pleasures to visit. They both are so well-behaved and ready for play, especially when you bring out their favorite toys! I hope to see them again soon! 😸😸
Leah
July 16, 2026
Abby
July 6, 2026
Jen
June 21, 2026
Leah
June 3, 2026
Curtis
May 31, 2026
Lisa
April 2, 2026
Mccavitt
March 24, 2026
Leah
March 6, 2026
Mccavitt
February 24, 2026
Leah
February 18, 2026
Leah
January 26, 2026
Julia
December 20, 2025
Jennifer was amazing! The kitties loved her and we received detailed updates everyday. Can't wait to have her back!
Response from Jennifer
I always look forward to visiting with the trio. They are all such sweeties and some of the calmest cats I’ve ever met! Hope to see them soon! 😸
Cece
December 3, 2025
Ann
December 2, 2025
Caroline
December 1, 2025
Jennifer went about and beyond! I know my cat was very well taken care of. Will be hiring her again!
Melanie
November 29, 2025
Jennifer was amazing ~ so caring, communicative, and competent!!
Leah
November 26, 2025
Jennifer is simply the best! So caring and thoughtful. She takes great care of my girl and will always be my go-to.
Response from Jennifer
I always feel so lucky to visit with Galina! She is the purrfect kitty (pun intended)! 😸
Ann
October 7, 2025
Mccavitt
September 23, 2025
Julia
September 20, 2025
Thank you so much for taking care of our kitties while we were gone, they loved you!
Ann
September 11, 2025
Erin
August 15, 2025
Jennifer is communicative, reliable, and I think may have been a cat in her past life! I would trust Jennifer with any animal, and she has a true passion for kitties! Jennifer has always had cats as pets, and her baby, Mandi, is truly like her child!
Noelle
August 15, 2025
Jenn has taken care of both of my cats numerous times, she has gone above and beyond to make sure the litter is clean, fresh food and water and stays and play with the cats for a while to give them some stimulation. She is by far my number one person to ask to take care of my cats when I’m out of town.
Meowtel
August 15, 2025
Jennifer is a background-checked cat sitter in the Alexandria area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.