I'm Ciarra

Cat Specialist In Richmond

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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

Ciarra is experienced with 6 types of medications

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

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Cat Specialist In Richmond

I'm Ciarra

Cat Sitting in Glen Allen, VA

Hi, my name is Ciarra! I’ve worked in animal care for over 4 years, and have been pet sitting consistently for almost 2.5 years. I have experience with some of the most medical or behavioral pets in the area. I feel confident approaching and caring for cats with overstimulation, biting issues, and ... Hi, my name is Ciarra! I’ve worked in animal care for over 4 years, and have been pet sitting consistently for almost 2.5 years. I have experience with some of the most medical or behavioral pets in the area. I feel confident approaching and caring for cats with overstimulation, biting issues, and food obsession. I also have experience administering medications orally and giving injections. I’m diabetic myself so diabetic cats hold a very special place in my heart and they are some of my favorite pets to watch. I use only fear free methods so each cat is progressing with their care everyday!

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

I have been cat sitting consistently for just shy of 2 years now, but have cat sit off and on for about 2 years prior. So in total - almost 4 years.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I LOVE cats, I have 2 of my own and I can’t imagine my life without them. Working in animal care I crossed paths with a variety of animals and personalities - but I gravitate towards cats most. Cats are incredibly discerning, so when I go to sit for a cat that isn’t the friendliest or is pretty shy, it always feels like I won the lottery when we’ve become friends by the end of the sit. There’s no better feeling than knowing a cat likes you and seeks you out of all the people in a room!

What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?

My initial process is to always gather history before we meet, I like to set everyone up for success and to make sure that we’re a good fit to work together. Based on what your expectations are and the cats needs, I let clients know as soon as possible if I’m the best fit for the timeframe requested. If I am, I always do a in-person meet & great, to see where all the supplies is located, get a good gauge for each cats routine, and most importantly meet your cat!!! It not only makes me feel confident and prepared to have the lay of the land ahead of time - I’m also not a complete stranger to your cat when I come to check in on them for the first time!


Medication Experience:

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

Skills:

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

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Michele

Michele

This week

Ciara was fantastic with our cats, but we really appreciated how excellent her communication with us was while we were gone. She sent photos and detailed texts to let us know how our babies were doing, and her comments suggested that she really enjoyed them, which was heartwarming. She also confirmed every time she gave our two older ladies medication. Will DEFINITELY use her again!

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Meowtel-verified reservation with overnight visits
Amy

Amy

August 8, 2026

Ciarra did an amazing job taking care of my cats. This was my first experience using a cat sitting/visiting service and she really helped to allay my anxiety. I appreciated her coming over and meeting me and the cats ahead of time. During that visit, she was also able to see the environment and ask questions about care. During the time she took care of my cats, Ciarra was consistent with the time she came over, always notified me when she arrived and sent pictures of the cats and their full water, food and clean litter box. The communication was great and helped me feel confident in my choice to go with Meowtel and Ciarra! 10/10 would book again!

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Julie

Julie

May 26, 2026

Ciara was super detail oriented and took amazing care of my cats. She administered inhaler meds twice a day, kept youtube cat TV playing between visits, and even watered my basil. Highly recommend - I will def be booking with her again.

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Patricia

Patricia

December 3, 2025

Ciarra was amazing, my cat is 18yrs old and she took wonderful care of him, we were gone for a week and she shared lots of pictures every day so we didn’t have to worry about our little man

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Haley

Haley

October 27, 2025

Ciarra is so sweet! My cats have some major stranger-danger issues, and she was able to take care of them without any problems. My older cat got her meds every day, my younger cat showed his face occasionally, and no wild catnip parties were thrown in our absence. Ciarra was very flexible when my schedule changed at the last minute, was personable to my elderly parents who were at home but cannot take care of the cats themselves, and even took out the garbage for us. Overall, I highly recommend her, and have already booked her for my next 2 trips.

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Hallie

Hallie

August 5, 2026

I’m just so impressed with Ciarra. she took care of my baby so well. I wouldn’t hesitate to use her again, especially with her experience of able to deal with cats that need medication.

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$29.25 / 20min
$42.50 / 45min
$53.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$77.00 / Overnight
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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.

Glen Allen 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!

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