I'm Nicolette
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Nicolette is experienced with 3 types of medications
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I'm Nicolette
Cat Sitting in Burke, VA
During the pandemic, I was a cat foster for Lost Dog and Cat Rescue. I fostered and got over 14 cats adopted over the course of a year. I handled cats who had medical issues that needed oral medication, and special diets.
I own two kitties of my own, and one of them I have had since under a year old. I spoil my own cats, and would do so for your own animals (unless you would prefer me not to!)... I have grown up with cats and dogs my whole life- at the same time too! Most of my life I had three cats and a dog, and made sure they were fed, walked, played with, and loved.
During the pandemic, I was a cat foster for Lost Dog and Cat Rescue. I fostered and got over 14 cats adopted over the course of a year. I handled cats who had medical issues that needed oral medication, and special diets.
I own two kitties of my own, and one of them I have had since under a year old. I spoil my own cats, and would do so for your own animals (unless you would prefer me not to!).
I am a flexible, chill sitter! I love all cats, and have taken care of many different cats including Domestic Shorthairs, Domestic Longhairs, Russian Blues, Siamese, and more.
I am versatile in matching your cat's energy, so if they love to chill and hang, I'll be hanging on the couch with them. If they love to play with toys and need enrichment, I am there waiving the wand toy and throwing mouses!
I have taken both a Cat and Dog Body Language course through the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, and volunteered for a year.
I have also fundraised over $600 for the Humane Society of Portage County within 2 weeks, which provided over hundreds of animals food for a week.
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Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have a 5 year old tuxedo named Rory, and a 3 year old tabico named Cassandra. Both are cute little butts.
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
I do love a meet and greet in the cat's environment. I go through to see where all of the supplies are kept, as well as what are the favorite toys and treats.
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
I make sure that when I enter the house, my eyes are on the ground looking for any escape artist pets. When I exit the house, I have eyes on the cat prior to leaving.
Medication Experience:
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Nicolette is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Geraldine
March 11, 2026
Nikki did a fantastic job with our fur princess Gucci, who is quite shy and rather skittish. She warmed up to Nikki and allowed herself to be given belly rubs in no time. She's a miracle worker! Thanks, Nikki for taking excellent care of our princess.
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Amy
January 7, 2026
Nicollette was very conscientious about making sure she understood all of our kitties nuances. He has had to move quite a bit over the last year and has been getting used to a new home and she did a wonderful job of making sure he felt comfortable. thank you so much!
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Thank you Amy!! Leo was a chill man who loved to play fetch with his sushi. Hope both you and him get more chill time together in the new year! :)
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Emily
January 7, 2026
Very responsive and took great care of my two cats! She was very knowledgeable when we met for the meet and greet, and made me feel comfortable leaving her to care for them! Would re-book again!
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Thank you Emily! Loved the dynamic duo of Nora and Luna. The sweetest ladies who I would be happy to hang with again.
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Melissa
April 22, 2026
Nicki is wonderful! From the moment we all met at the meet and greet, both of my cats felt super comfortable with her. She took amazing care of both of them and especially my little kitten who was a bit under the weather! We were all happy with her care and fantastic way of bonding with our babies :)
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Xeo
January 29, 2026
Service Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Nicolette's is 50%
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
Nicolette's holiday surcharge is 50%.
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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.
Memorial Day is coming up soon (May 25th, 2026)
Cat sitters on Meowtel are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!
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.
Burke cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $28.00. 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
Geraldine
March 11, 2026
Nikki did a fantastic job with our fur princess Gucci, who is quite shy and rather skittish. She warmed up to Nikki and allowed herself to be given belly rubs in no time. She's a miracle worker! Thanks, Nikki for taking excellent care of our princess.
Amy
January 7, 2026
Nicollette was very conscientious about making sure she understood all of our kitties nuances. He has had to move quite a bit over the last year and has been getting used to a new home and she did a wonderful job of making sure he felt comfortable. thank you so much!
Response from Nicolette
Thank you Amy!! Leo was a chill man who loved to play fetch with his sushi. Hope both you and him get more chill time together in the new year! :)
Emily
January 7, 2026
Very responsive and took great care of my two cats! She was very knowledgeable when we met for the meet and greet, and made me feel comfortable leaving her to care for them! Would re-book again!
Response from Nicolette
Thank you Emily! Loved the dynamic duo of Nora and Luna. The sweetest ladies who I would be happy to hang with again.
Melissa
April 22, 2026
Nicki is wonderful! From the moment we all met at the meet and greet, both of my cats felt super comfortable with her. She took amazing care of both of them and especially my little kitten who was a bit under the weather! We were all happy with her care and fantastic way of bonding with our babies :)
Xeo
January 29, 2026
Response from Nicolette
Thank you! :)
Jerry
January 21, 2026
Response from Nicolette
Thanks Jerry! :)
Matt
January 12, 2026
Jerry
January 3, 2026
Response from Nicolette
Thank you Jerry! :) Amber and Photon are the best of both worlds with playing and wanting pets. Can't wait to watch them again!
Ana
November 25, 2025
Nicolette has been fantastic with our two senior cats. She is able to roll with the punches when it comes to their changing needs regarding medication. Nicolette is extremely respectful and communicative and I trust her judgment implicitly. I couldn't recommend her more!
Hana
November 25, 2025
Nicolette is a kind, caring, and empathetic person and will treat each cat with care and respect! Nicolette fostered over a dozen cats during the pandemic and ensured they were adopted into loving homes, and she has two fur babies of her own that she loves. She is a trustworthy and responsible pet owner and will do an excellent job taking care of your cats while you are away!
Meowtel
November 25, 2025
Nicolette is a background-checked cat sitter in the Burke area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)