I'm Sylvia
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I'm Sylvia
Cat Sitting in Richmond, VA
I’m excited to gain experience cat sitting professionally and I would be overjoyed to meet your cat and ensure they are safe, happy, healthy and cared for while you’re away... Hi, I’m Sylvia! I’ve always loved cats and have lots of experience taking care of cats for roommates, bosses, and friends. At my most recent job I looked after my manager’s cat Frances on a daily basis, ensuring she was fed, paying attention to her health, and giving her lots of cuddles and playtime, of course! I also cared for a friend’s senior cat Honey for three months, attending to her specific dietary and hygiene requirements and showering her with lots of affection.
I’m excited to gain experience cat sitting professionally and I would be overjoyed to meet your cat and ensure they are safe, happy, healthy and cared for while you’re away. Spending time with cats is like therapy for me; caring for them and making sure they have everything they need makes me happy, lowers my stress level and gives me comfort! I don’t have the ability to own my own cat right now but my dream is to one day foster cats in need, whether they’re injured, senior cats or kittens, give them a warm, safe place to rest and help them find a forever family.
I am more than happy to accommodate any special needs your cat may have in addition to feeding them, cleaning up after them and playing with them. Whether they want tons of affection or are more timid and want their space, my goal is always to show patience and gentleness and help them feel comfortable and calm around me. As a detail-oriented perfectionist, I also have no problem following any specific instructions you have and sending as many updates and pictures as you want! I’m available to provide consistent care in the Richmond and surrounding areas for early mornings, evenings, weekends and overnight stays.
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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I love meeting and getting to know new cats, taking care of them and making sure they’re safe and happy. Whether it’s playing with them and helping them have fun and get some exercise, petting them and giving them attention or just simply sitting there with them, spending time with cats is one of my favorite activities!
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
When working with a new cat parent, I want to be as communicative and helpful as possible. I am more than happy to answer any questions, follow any specific instructions they have and send them as many updates/pictures as they would like.
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
I always follow instructions carefully, making sure to lock any doors when I’m leaving and make sure everything is secure. I will also check food and water regularly, clean the litter box and other cat areas thoroughly, and pay close attention to the cat’s behavior and appearance to make sure everything’s okay!
What is your favorite cat toy?
I love wand/wire toys, especially ones with feathers and bells, and have found that most cats I’ve met absolutely love these kinds of toys!
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Sylvia is experienced with 2 types of medications
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Gillian
January 5, 2026
Sylvia was a phenomenal caretaker for my boys while I was on a very long trip. She provided so many pictures and thorough updates that put my anxiety while I was gone at ease! In addition to her great communication and caring nature she also went above and beyond for cleaning when there were accidents which was so incredibly appreciated. I fully intend to reserve Sylvia again next time I go out of town 🤩🙌🏻
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Thank you so much Gillian! You are a wonderful client and your boys are some of the sweetest cats I’ve ever met 🥹it was a delight to meet and spend time with them!❤️
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Jessica
December 1, 2025
I couldn’t have asked for a better cat sitter! Sylvia took wonderful care of my two kittens—she kept their food/litterbox areas super clean, gave them lots of treats and love, and had no problem preparing their wet food in a specific way. She is very kind, cat-savvy, communicative, and responds to messages very quickly! I especially loved all of the pictures she sent while I was away. I would absolutely have her watch my cats again in the future!
Read moreResponse from Sylvia
Thank you so much for such a kind review Jessica! Your kittens are super adorable and an absolute delight to spend time with, and I always love working with such caring, thoughtful cat parents like you!:)
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Shari
October 22, 2025
Sylvia was great. Very prompt and caring. One of my cats that usually hides from strangers went right to her. She left the house very clean and both my cats were happy and well fed when we returned. I will definitely request Sylvia for our next trip.
Read moreResponse from Sylvia
Thank you so much for the kind words Shari. It was so wonderful to meet you and spend time with your super sweet cats! More than happy to take care of them again whenever you need☺️
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Shari
November 2, 2025
Sylvia was great. She took good care of my cats and stayed over 3 nights. She was very neat and clean in our home. She also noticed that one of my cats had developed a small cyst near his ear, and I’ve made a vet appointment for him. We like Sylvia very much and plan to ask for her for all our trips.
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Ariel
December 5, 2025
Sylvia was an AMAZING cat sitter. She dropped in on my cat for a week while I was traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday. She was consistently communicative with me while I was gone. I was most impressed with her patience when we did the introduction. My cat is quite shy and she really took her time to introduce herself to him, get him used to her, and just generally be delicate. I absolutely plan on using her again when I leave town!
Read moreResponse from Sylvia
Thank you so much for such a kind review Ariel! It was so wonderful meeting you and hanging out with your adorable cat!:)
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Tristen
November 10, 2025
Sylvia is fantastic! One of my cats requires oral medication and she did everything perfectly. Thank you Sylvia!
Read moreService Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Sylvia's is 20%
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
Sylvia's holiday surcharge is 20%.
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Sylvia's is 20%
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
Sylvia's holiday surcharge is 20%.
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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 $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!
Rating breakdown
Gillian
January 5, 2026
Sylvia was a phenomenal caretaker for my boys while I was on a very long trip. She provided so many pictures and thorough updates that put my anxiety while I was gone at ease! In addition to her great communication and caring nature she also went above and beyond for cleaning when there were accidents which was so incredibly appreciated. I fully intend to reserve Sylvia again next time I go out of town 🤩🙌🏻
Response from Sylvia
Thank you so much Gillian! You are a wonderful client and your boys are some of the sweetest cats I’ve ever met 🥹it was a delight to meet and spend time with them!❤️
Jessica
December 1, 2025
I couldn’t have asked for a better cat sitter! Sylvia took wonderful care of my two kittens—she kept their food/litterbox areas super clean, gave them lots of treats and love, and had no problem preparing their wet food in a specific way. She is very kind, cat-savvy, communicative, and responds to messages very quickly! I especially loved all of the pictures she sent while I was away. I would absolutely have her watch my cats again in the future!
Response from Sylvia
Thank you so much for such a kind review Jessica! Your kittens are super adorable and an absolute delight to spend time with, and I always love working with such caring, thoughtful cat parents like you!:)
Shari
October 22, 2025
Sylvia was great. Very prompt and caring. One of my cats that usually hides from strangers went right to her. She left the house very clean and both my cats were happy and well fed when we returned. I will definitely request Sylvia for our next trip.
Response from Sylvia
Thank you so much for the kind words Shari. It was so wonderful to meet you and spend time with your super sweet cats! More than happy to take care of them again whenever you need☺️
Shari
November 2, 2025
Sylvia was great. She took good care of my cats and stayed over 3 nights. She was very neat and clean in our home. She also noticed that one of my cats had developed a small cyst near his ear, and I’ve made a vet appointment for him. We like Sylvia very much and plan to ask for her for all our trips.
Ariel
December 5, 2025
Sylvia was an AMAZING cat sitter. She dropped in on my cat for a week while I was traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday. She was consistently communicative with me while I was gone. I was most impressed with her patience when we did the introduction. My cat is quite shy and she really took her time to introduce herself to him, get him used to her, and just generally be delicate. I absolutely plan on using her again when I leave town!
Response from Sylvia
Thank you so much for such a kind review Ariel! It was so wonderful meeting you and hanging out with your adorable cat!:)
Tristen
November 10, 2025
Sylvia is fantastic! One of my cats requires oral medication and she did everything perfectly. Thank you Sylvia!
Tristen
January 31, 2026
Sylvia is always thorough with tasks and plays with my cats, making them feel loved while I travel frequently for work. Highly recommend!
Response from Sylvia
Thank you so much Tristen!:) It’s always such a delight to hang out with those sweetie pies!❤️
Paula
December 28, 2025
I came home to find my cat settled, relaxed, and well-cared-for, which is not always the case with an anxious one like mine. Sylvia is wonderful, communicative, and reliable. Will absolutely call her again!!
Response from Sylvia
Thank you so much for such a kind review Paula! Nuvi was so so cute and an absolute joy to spend time with and I would be more than happy to help out again in the future 💕
Johnny
December 26, 2025
Cannot recommend Sylvia enough! She was amazing with my two cats and was very communicative with me throughout the time I was away. I thoroughly enjoyed her updates letting me know how my boys were doing and I felt extremely comfortable leaving them in her care. I will absolutely be booking with her again when I need a sitter.
Response from Sylvia
Thank you so much for such a kind review Johnny! It was wonderful to meet you and an absolute delight to hang out with Bofur and Fizzy, they are so sweet:,) happy to help out again in the future!
Slade
October 24, 2025
I can highly recommend Sylvia. My two boys are a bit of a special case and Sylvia went out of her way to accommodate them. She is easy to book and communicate with. I really appreciate her taking the time to understand their individual personalities because we have some quirky ones.
Response from Sylvia
Thank you so much Slade! It was so nice to meet you and your cats and I’m so thankful for your thoughtfulness and kindness!:)
Jessica
December 23, 2025
This is the second time that Sylvia has watched my kittens while I’m away and, just like last time, she did a fantastic job! She has great attention to detail, is very tidy, and has so much compassion for the kitties in her care. She is so thoughtful and truly treats my cats as though they were her own! I would absolutely recommend her to anyone in the area looking for a cat sitter.
Response from Sylvia
Thank you so much Jessica! You and Julian are truly such wonderful, loving and caring cat parents and it is always such a joy to spend time with your adorable kittens!🐱💕
Jessica
March 4, 2026
I’m so grateful to have Sylvia as my cat sitter. I can’t recommend her enough! She’s watched my kitties multiple times now and always does a phenomenal job—it’s easy to see just how much she cares about the cats she watches. She’s kind, communicative, flexible, great with any instructions, and very tidy. Her updates always bring me peace of mind because I know my cats are happy, fed, and in good hands!
Response from Sylvia
Thank you so much for your kind words Jessica! You are such a wonderful cat parent and it’s always such a joy to spend time w adorable Olive and Martini 🥰🫒🍸
Johnny
This month
Sylvia is the absolute best and always takes great care of my cats! She was available to help out on short notice and I greatly appreciate her attention to detail and updates with everything.
C
December 27, 2025
Enjoyed meeting Sylvia for her to visit my 3cat household! Prompt communication, thorough, and friendly, and I was happy to get kitty updates of the visit 😁
Response from Sylvia
Thank you so much for your kind review Courtney! I loved hanging out with your super cute cats!!:)
Shari
This week
Sylvia has watched our cats a few times before, and we know she will always take the best care of our babies.
Tristen
October 25, 2025
Sylvia is great! She is organized and had attention to detail. My cats warmed up to her right away!
Response from Sylvia
Thank you so much Tristen! It was so lovely to meet you and I love hanging out with your adorable cats!:)
Tristen
February 16, 2026
Sylvia is a phenomenal pet sitter, and gives my cats lots of pets and play while I was away. I always book with her, she is great!
Tristen
This month
Tristen
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C
January 21, 2026
Cait
December 4, 2025
Sana
November 1, 2025
Valerie
October 7, 2025
Sylvia is a hard worker that will do a job exactly how you want it to be done. With her past experience in cat sitting, she is a fantastic option if you want someone who will be respectful to you and your cat(s), pay attention to instructions given about specifics, and have clear communication. She loves cats and understands that pets are special friends that need extra care while their parent is away.
Sarah
October 7, 2025
Sylvia is such a pleasure to work with and soooo good with my cat! Sometimes my cat, Evelina, can be shy with new people, but she warmed right up to Sylvia. She intuitively knew how to build trust with my feline friend. I can really feel the love that she brings into what she does. I trust her to take care of my kitty!
Jonathan
October 7, 2025
Sylvia is truly a cat lover and cats love her too. She is a thoughtful person who is very focused on the needs of the cat. She knows how to get cats to have fun and feel loved. Sylvia is very responsible and is a good communicator. I don't think you could find a better person to look after your cat.
Meowtel
October 7, 2025
Sylvia is a background-checked cat sitter in the Richmond area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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