I'm Cecilia

Cecilia

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12 Reviews
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3 Repeat clients
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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

Cecilia is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Cecilia

I'm Cecilia

Cat Sitting in Richmond, VA

Hi! My name is Cecilia and to say I love cats would be an understatement. I grew up with two cats, and a few years ago I started volunteering at an animal shelter, where my adoration for animals blossomed. I’ve fostered and rescued countless cats, and I’m very mindful of any a... Hi! My name is Cecilia and to say I love cats would be an understatement. I grew up with two cats, and a few years ago I started volunteering at an animal shelter, where my adoration for animals blossomed. I’ve fostered and rescued countless cats, and I’m very mindful of any and all cat-related issues. With more timid kitties, I’ve found that sitting on the floor with a treat and allowing them to approach me at their own pace works wonders.

I have five cats of my own (who are featured in my profile pics!).

Please reach out with any questions :)

Learn More About Cecilia

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Yes! I have five :) their names are Enzo, Mimo, Tito, Shelly, and Remy. Enzo, Mimo, and Shelly were all fosters who I ended up adopting; Tito is a former stray who I brought back from Turkey; and I rescued Remy in Richmond the day after I moved here!

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?

As a cat guardian myself, I know that trusting strangers to take care of our precious kitties can be hard. Letting the sitter know you’re anxious is always helpful—that way, I can make sure to address any of those anxieties during our meet and greet.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

Skills:

Foster Parent Shelter Volunteer

5.00
12 reviews
5.0
Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
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Tidiness
Jessica

Jessica

May 4, 2026

Cecilia was a delight to work with! She’s very communicative and does a great job with specific care instructions/needs. One of my cats needed oral and eye medications and she handled it like a pro! I’m very grateful to have had her help while I was out of town and would absolutely recommend her to anyone in the area looking for a cat sitter.

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Response from Cecilia

Thank you Jessica! Olive and Martini were such a pleasure to take care of :)

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Rachael

Rachael

February 19, 2026

Cecelia was wonderful! She accommodated my last minute request and then was able to do one morning more when my flight was cancelled. She was super communicative and sent lots of detailed updates and photos. I highly recommend her and would use her again.

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Rachel

Rachel

May 19, 2026

awesome catsitter !!! would definitely book again ! was super communicative and attentive to taking care of my baby and keeping me updated, thank you so so much for keeping my kitty feeling safe and loved🩷

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Response from Cecilia

Thanks so much Rachel, Pablo is such a wonderful kitty!

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Sarah

Sarah

This month

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
Courtney

Courtney

June 18, 2026

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
Vanessa

Vanessa

May 29, 2026

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$27.50 / 20min
$44.00 / 45min
$55.00 / 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.

Richmond 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 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!

5.00
12 reviews
5.00
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Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)