I'm Stephanie

Paws And Live In The Meow With Steph's Cat Care

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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

Stephanie is experienced with 1 type of medications

Oral Medication / Pills

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Paws And Live In The Meow With Steph's Cat Care

I'm Stephanie

Cat Sitting in Arlington, VA

I adopted my cat, Marlowe, in 2021 and have loved cats ever since. Like most good parents, I get anxious about leaving my cat for an extended period. Having trusted and reliable care while I travel is important to me, which is why I’d like to be that for someone else.

My cat care experience includes daily maintenance, administring oral liquid medication and tablets, and extensive cat play. When I am not caring for my cat, I am caring for patients as a hospital pharmacist. In my ...
I adopted my cat, Marlowe, in 2021 and have loved cats ever since. Like most good parents, I get anxious about leaving my cat for an extended period. Having trusted and reliable care while I travel is important to me, which is why I’d like to be that for someone else.

My cat care experience includes daily maintenance, administring oral liquid medication and tablets, and extensive cat play. When I am not caring for my cat, I am caring for patients as a hospital pharmacist. In my free time I enjoy hiking, planting, cooking, and crossword puzzles.

Booking with me means a 100% guarantee that your home and cat will be treated with respect and care. I am willing to cat sit for those located primarily in the DC/NOVA area, but am open to other locations as well.

Due to my full-time employment, I am limited to 1 visit/day on weekdays and weekends. I am generally available 9 am-2 pm or 5-9 pm. Please feel free to contact me directly for questions about booking.

Learn More About Stephanie

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

I am new to cat sitting but have been a cat owner and care taker for 3 years.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I enjoy giving fellow cat parents the peace of mind knowing that their cats are being well cared for while they are away.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have an almost 4 year old domestic tabby, named Marlowe.

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

I think it’s important to get on their level yet allow them the time and space to become comfortable with my presence and scent. And I’ve found bribery with treats to also be a handy tool.


Medication Experience:

Oral Medication / Pills

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Sara

Sara

January 29, 2026

Stephanie was amazing and patient with my kitty girls, who always hid when people come over. She really is the kitty whisperer because she managed to get my girls to come out. :)

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John

John

May 29, 2025

Stephanie was incredibly easy to work with throughout the entire process. She took the time to do a meet and greet with my shy kitty, Neville, which definitely made a difference. This was my first time leaving my furry son for more than a day since he chose me and I'm incredibly attached to him so I was very nervous. Stephanie quickly alleviated my nerves, however, with her excellent communication and pictures. She clearly cares about what she's doing and really went far beyond what I anticipated. She was able to coax Neville out of his shyness and he was quickly rolling around on his back and doing kitty stretches and playing during her visits. It really meant a lot that I could breathe easy during my trip knowing he was in good hands. I highly recommend her services and will definitely use her again. Thanks Stephanie!

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John

John

March 15, 2026

this was my second time using Stephanie and it was every bit as excellent as the first. She does an incredible job of communicating and sending updates and really makes me feel comfortable during my trips. I get pretty anxious when I leave my babies but knowing Stephanie is taking care of them is a huge stress reliever. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a highly responsible and professional sitter.

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Heather

Heather

December 7, 2025

Stephanie was both professional with her approach and sweet with my kitty. She took pics, gave me thorough reports, and also did her best to keep Savior’s routine going. I will definitely hire her again.

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Jessica

Jessica

December 2, 2025

Stephanie goes above and beyond!! My cats are so comfortable with her even though they are usually very shy!! I had to extend my most recent trip by three days and she was so accommodating and allowed me more time to be with family during an important time. She provides many photos and written descriptions of visits. I truly cannot recommend her enough.

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Sara

Sara

May 27, 2025

We couldn’t be more grateful for the amazing care Stephanie provided for Stevie and Nyx while we were away. Stephanie is a true animal lover, and that only became more apparent each day she spent with our cats! She went above and beyond just feeding and cleaning up—spending real quality time playing with both Stevie and Nyx, making sure they were engaged, relaxed, and happy. We received regular updates with photos and stories that showed how well our cats were being looked after, and it gave us complete peace of mind knowing they were in such loving hands. Would love to have her watch our cats again!

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$30.00 / 20min
$44.00 / 45min
$61.50 / 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.

Arlington cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $29.00. 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!

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