I'm Maren

Loving Cat Care While You're Away

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Meowtel Sitter for 1+ year
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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

Maren is experienced with 2 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops

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Loving Cat Care While You're Away

I'm Maren

Cat Sitting in Burlington, VT

Hi! I’m a dependable and caring cat sitter who understands that cats need time, patience, and respect to feel comfortable—especially with someone new. I always approach each cat with calm energy, letting them set the pace. Whether your cat is playful, shy, or just wants quiet company, I follow their routine closely and make sure they feel safe ... Hi! I’m a dependable and caring cat sitter who understands that cats need time, patience, and respect to feel comfortable—especially with someone new. I always approach each cat with calm energy, letting them set the pace. Whether your cat is playful, shy, or just wants quiet company, I follow their routine closely and make sure they feel safe and loved while you’re away. I’m detail-oriented, communicative, and happy to send daily updates for peace of mind. Your cat’s happiness and well-being are always my top priority! Aside from being a cat lover, I’m almost a 3rd year nursing student at UVM. Not only do I care about people in the healthcare setting I also love caring for kitties!!

Learn More About Maren

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have a beautiful Bombay and her name is Monkey. I got her for my 16th birthday and she is going to be five this year!!

What is your favorite cat toy?

I love using wand toys with my kitty and lasers. These are fun to stimulate hunting by using the toy as “prey”. I also love playing around with cat nip!

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

Letting them get comfortable with me is the number one priority. To get a cat comfortable with me, I always start by giving them space and letting them approach on their own terms. I sit calmly at their level, avoid direct eye contact (which can feel threatening), and offer a hand for them to sniff. I speak softly and move slowly to avoid startling the kitty


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops

5.00
3 reviews
Carissa

Carissa

May 15, 2025

Maren has had cats of her own for her whole life. She understands their wants and needs and is able to deal with a variety of situations calmly and accordingly. She is extremely personable and loving towards animals.

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Kristin

Kristin

May 15, 2025

Caring, thoughtful, and responsible are key aspects of Maren’s character.

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Meowtel

Meowtel

May 15, 2025

Maren is a background-checked cat sitter in the Burlington area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$25.00 / 20min
$40.50 / 45min
$56.50 / 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.

Burlington 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!

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Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)