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I'm Amanda

A cat sitter in Reston, VA

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I'm Amanda | Cat Sitting in Reston, VA

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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I enjoy meeting new cats and their owners, and seeing relief on the owners face during a meet & greet when they realize I am a trustworthy sitter and many times their cats are friendly with me at that very first meeting which puts their mind at ease! I enjoy allowing cat parents to feel relaxed while away and not worried about their cats.

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

Well first schedule a meet & greet for me to visit the home, meet the cat parents, and meet the cats. I learn about all the details and nuances of feeding & watering, litterbox maintenance, medication administration, and treat preferences. I also like to learn where the cat’s safe spaces are in the home in case they are hiding when I arrive for care. I enjoy learning about the cats’ favorite toys, any special games they like to play, and any other little quirks that will help me provide the best care possible. During the visit I take TONS of photos and write detailed summaries of what we did during the visit and also how kitty is feeling and acting, as well as any observations about changes in food or litterbox behaviors.

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

These are my favorite cats to care for. I take a very personalized approach and I work slowly and carefully to gain the cat’s trust without spooking them, which can be hard to recover from. I let them sniff me, I do not react to hisses or growls and instead speak calmly and sweetly and slowly move away so that the cats don’t feel cornered or threatened. I try various methods to gain their trust, including sitting quietly in the same room at a safe distance, giving treats right as I arrive, or even pretending to leave (but staying quietly by the door) to encourage the most shy kitties to come out and realize that I am not a threat. I always follow the cat’s body language as my guide.

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Selena

Selena

Amanda was awesome with my kitten while I was away. She sent many pictures and detailed updates with each visit so I knew my cat was in good hands. I would definitely request her again!

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Melissa

Melissa

Amanda has taken care of my two cats multiple times and I always have had a super positive experience with her. She leaves my house cleaner than I left it, and my pets are always happy and healthy when I come home I can tell that she cares for them like she does her own pets. She is an amazing pet sitter.

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Megan

Megan

We can’t thank Amanda enough for taking care of our two young cats! She provides expert care - from playtime to dinner and more! Amanda treats our cats as her own. She is always on time and provides very detailed reports about her visit. We recommend her to anyone with pets.

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Amanda's Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $20.00 / 20min $30.00 / 45min $40.00 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $60.00 / Overnight stays in your home
  • Amanda's Holiday Surcharge is 10%
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Amanda's Qualifications & Experience

Medication Experience

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

Cancellation Policy

Customers may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a 100% refund, and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:

Customers will receive a 100% refund to their Account Balance if they cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the start date of the reservation, and the sitter will not receive any earnings.

Customers will receive a 50% refund, and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the customer cancels between 24-48 hours of the start of the reservation.

No refund will be issued within 24 hours of the reservation, and the sitter will keep 100% of their planned earnings.

The Meowtel Promise & Satisfaction Guarantee

We are proud to provide each of our independently-contracted Meowtel cat sitters with the full benefits of our Meowtel Promise on eligible reservations. For reservations where each visit is at or above $20 and paid for through Meowtel, your cat(s) will automatically be covered under our insurance policy in the event that things don't go as planned.

If you are not fully satisfied with your sitter after the Meet & Greet or during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter to ensure we can deliver on our purrfect hospitality promise.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Reston cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $25.00. Prices will also depend on how long your cat needs company for, whether that be a drop-in visit or overnight stay in your home. Meowtel sitters offer 20, 45, and 60-minute drop-in visits that allow for fully tailored care for your kitties. Your caregiver may also need to charge a little more if they have to travel far, so we'll match you with the best options which are close by.

Every Meowtel cat sitter has been thoroughly vetted, background-checked, and is insured through Meowtel on eligible reservations via our Meowtel Promise. To ensure total peace of mind while you're away, every Meowtel reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can have full confidence in 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 for your kitties. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.

We recommend that you book daily visits with your sitter to keep your cats in their routine and to help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.

Each Meowtel cat sitting visit will include the whole 9 yards: feeding, refreshing the water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, as well as any special requests you may have. We know every kitty is different and that's why we offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, every reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you can meet your sitter before you leave to ensure it will be a purrfect fit.

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