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I'm Darice
Cat Sitting in Kirkland, WA
I know how important it is to keep routines familiar and to treat your home and your cat with the same care I’d give my own. I can refill bird feeders and water houseplants if needed.
Let’s make your time away stress-free for both you and your cat!
Learn More About Darice
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
My cats are Creedence and Kalimu, they are 5 and 4 years old. Creedence is a little lady, I adopted her from Seattle Humane when she was 8 weeks old. Kalimu is a playful and super affectionate sweet boy.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
When hiring a cat sitter, look for someone who not only loves cats but understands their unique behaviour and needs. Every cat is different- some are playful and social, while others need more time and space to warm up - so it’s important to find someone who is patient, observant and respectful of your cat’s boundaries. A meet and greet beforehand is a great way to see how your cat and the sitter interact. And trust your instincts- someone who listens well, communicates clearly and shows genuine care for your pet is worth their weight in gold!
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes, I am usually available during holidays year round and on weekends as well. I do go on vacation once in a while so check my calendar before booking!
Medication Experience:
Skills:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Darice is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Yifei
September 6, 2026
We couldn’t be happier with the care Darice gave Maoji while we were away over Labor Day weekend. She was reliable, communicative, and clearly loves animals — we got photo updates every visit, which put our minds completely at ease while traveling. What really stood out was how comfortable Maoji was with her. Our cat can be shy around new people, but she warmed up to our sitter right away and was clearly excited to see her each visit. Coming home to a happy, well-fed, and relaxed cat made all the difference. We’ll definitely be booking her again for our next trip, and we highly recommend her to any pet owner looking for someone trustworthy and caring.
Read moreResponse from Darice
Thank you Yifei for such a detailed review! It’s always a pleasure caring for Maoji, and I’m so happy to have helped you feel relaxed while traveling. I truly appreciate your continued trust and look forward to seeing her again!
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Jayne
December 22, 2025
Darice is great with our cats! One of our cats have had a history of being afraid and weary of other people, but they all warmed up to Darice quickly and they love her company! She follows our instructions and notes well, is great with our automatic litter box, and films playing with the kitties for us to see.
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Yifei
November 29, 2025
Darcie came to my home every day to take care of Maoji during my Thanksgiving trip. She is very friendly and responsive. she sent me Maoji’s video and pictures every day and helped me monitor her diet and puking situation. Maoji loves her very much and even started kneading next to her! She is absolutely fantastic cat sitter! I’ll definitely reach out to her when I’m out of town next time.
Read moreResponse from Darice
Thank you so much Yifei for your wonderful review! It was truly a pleasure caring for Maoji. She’s such a sweet girl🥰🥰I’d be happy to care for her again anytime you’re out of town. Thank you again for your trust!
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Beatrice
August 10, 2026
It was such a joy having Darice take care of our boys (Lucky and Baby) Daily updates and pictures ( professionally) provided me with peace of mind that I required and allowed me to relax and enjoy my week Holiday. I have already reserved Darice for my next Holiday in November
Read moreResponse from Darice
Thank you so much Beatrice for your amazing review! It was a joy to care for Lucky & Baby, they are so sweet, and I loved spending time with them. I can’t wait to see them again in November!
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Hope
March 12, 2026
Darice was wonderful with our cats. She gave updates on how they were doing, and even updates on how well she was connecting with our shy cat. When I got back from my trip my cats were much more relaxed than they had been on trips without a sitter. I appreciated her service, and communicating was very easy. I loved seeing the pictures and videos the most, it was nice to see the cats playing and getting attention. 😊
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Melissa
This month
We love having Darcie to care for our fur babies, but more importantly, they love having Darcie over too! She is excellent with both cats and takes great care to be patient with our very shy old man. Darcie communicates well and takes good care of our home. Looking forward to having her again for our next vacation!
Read moreResponse from Darice
Thank you so much Melissa! I always love caring for your fur babies, they are so adorable 💕Looking forward to seeing them again on your next vacation! 🐾
Read moreService Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Darice's is 15%
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
These are the date ranges in 2027 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2027
- January 15-21: MLK Day
- February 12-18: Presidents Day
- May 28-June 3: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 3-9: Labor Day
- October 8-14: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 22-28: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2028
Darice's holiday surcharge is 15%.
Schedule Constraints
not available on weekdays before 5pm except Wednesday
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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.
Veterans Day is coming up soon (November 11th, 2026)
Cat sitters on Meowtel are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!
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.
Kirkland cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $33.00. 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!
Rating breakdown
Yifei
September 6, 2026
We couldn’t be happier with the care Darice gave Maoji while we were away over Labor Day weekend. She was reliable, communicative, and clearly loves animals — we got photo updates every visit, which put our minds completely at ease while traveling. What really stood out was how comfortable Maoji was with her. Our cat can be shy around new people, but she warmed up to our sitter right away and was clearly excited to see her each visit. Coming home to a happy, well-fed, and relaxed cat made all the difference. We’ll definitely be booking her again for our next trip, and we highly recommend her to any pet owner looking for someone trustworthy and caring.
Response from Darice
Thank you Yifei for such a detailed review! It’s always a pleasure caring for Maoji, and I’m so happy to have helped you feel relaxed while traveling. I truly appreciate your continued trust and look forward to seeing her again!
Jayne
December 22, 2025
Darice is great with our cats! One of our cats have had a history of being afraid and weary of other people, but they all warmed up to Darice quickly and they love her company! She follows our instructions and notes well, is great with our automatic litter box, and films playing with the kitties for us to see.
Yifei
November 29, 2025
Darcie came to my home every day to take care of Maoji during my Thanksgiving trip. She is very friendly and responsive. she sent me Maoji’s video and pictures every day and helped me monitor her diet and puking situation. Maoji loves her very much and even started kneading next to her! She is absolutely fantastic cat sitter! I’ll definitely reach out to her when I’m out of town next time.
Response from Darice
Thank you so much Yifei for your wonderful review! It was truly a pleasure caring for Maoji. She’s such a sweet girl🥰🥰I’d be happy to care for her again anytime you’re out of town. Thank you again for your trust!
Beatrice
August 10, 2026
It was such a joy having Darice take care of our boys (Lucky and Baby) Daily updates and pictures ( professionally) provided me with peace of mind that I required and allowed me to relax and enjoy my week Holiday. I have already reserved Darice for my next Holiday in November
Response from Darice
Thank you so much Beatrice for your amazing review! It was a joy to care for Lucky & Baby, they are so sweet, and I loved spending time with them. I can’t wait to see them again in November!
Hope
March 12, 2026
Darice was wonderful with our cats. She gave updates on how they were doing, and even updates on how well she was connecting with our shy cat. When I got back from my trip my cats were much more relaxed than they had been on trips without a sitter. I appreciated her service, and communicating was very easy. I loved seeing the pictures and videos the most, it was nice to see the cats playing and getting attention. 😊
Melissa
This month
We love having Darcie to care for our fur babies, but more importantly, they love having Darcie over too! She is excellent with both cats and takes great care to be patient with our very shy old man. Darcie communicates well and takes good care of our home. Looking forward to having her again for our next vacation!
Response from Darice
Thank you so much Melissa! I always love caring for your fur babies, they are so adorable 💕Looking forward to seeing them again on your next vacation! 🐾
Briana
December 15, 2025
We went on vacation for a week and Darice was great! We do have friendly cats, one is a bit shier but he came around and started loving on her too. She brought in a few packages for us and sent plenty of pictures and videos while we were gone.
Response from Darice
Thank you so much Briana for the kind review! I loved caring for your adorable cats and appreciated the chance to help while you were away. I’m glad the updates were reassuring, and I’d be happy to help again anytime!
Beatrice
September 7, 2026
I’m feel so comfortable when I’m out town , having Darice taking care of the boys (2 senior) cats Enjoy the video/ pictures she sends. and her quick response with any questions Darice is the Best
Response from Darice
Thank you so much Beatrice for your review! I always enjoy spending time with your two handsome boys. I’m glad the updates help you feel at ease while you’re away. It means so much to have your continued trust!
Melissa
October 7, 2025
Darcie was wonderful and took care of our little furry lovebugs with great care. She sent regular pictures and photos, even our shy one warmed up to her! Was a great experience working with her and would love to have her sit for us again.
Response from Darice
Thank you so much Melissa for the wonderful review! I loved caring for your sweet kitties and I'm glad they both felt comfortable and eventually came out of their shells. I’d be delighted to sit for them again anytime! 💕
Jayne
October 3, 2025
Darice spent lots of time with my cats. I think they were satisfied. I wish there was a bit more text updates on what happened and but we did get photos and videos.
Response from Darice
Thank you Jayne for your kind review! I loved spending time with your cats—they are such sweethearts. I’ll be sure to include more text updates next time so you feel even more connected. Looking forward to caring for them again!
Angela
September 1, 2026
Darice was great! she followed all of the directions and we came back to happy kitties and a clean house. we would definitely book her again!
Response from Darice
Thank you so much Angela! I’m so glad I could help make your trip worry-free. Your kitties were a pleasure to care for, and I’d love to look after them again! 🐾💕
Weston
January 2, 2026
Darice was incredible. She took such wonderful care of our cat and truly gave her the royal treatment. She provided frequent, thoughtful updates that gave us total peace of mind, and it was clear how attentive and loving she was throughout. Our cat got plenty of cuddles and genuine care, not just the basics. We’re so grateful for Darice and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy, compassionate pet sitter.
Response from Darice
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words! I absolutely loved caring for Arti, she is such a sweetheart 🥰 and I'm so grateful for your trust and recommendation. 🐾
Stephanie
August 20, 2026
Darice was so lovely, our kitties loved her! I appreciated her being so flexible with our trip due to the fires.
Response from Darice
Thank you so much Stephanie! I loved spending time with your kitties and I'm glad I could help give you some peace of mind during your trip.
Brian
February 7, 2026
It was so great to have Darice take care of our cats! We are super greatful to find a petsitter who genuinely cares for our cats and look forward to teaming up again in the future!
Kirsty
January 1, 2026
Darice gave us peace of mind during the holidays taking care of my cat! She was thorough and gave great updates!
Response from Darice
Thank you so much for your kind review Kirsty! I’m so glad I could help give you peace of mind during the holidays when you were away. I truly enjoyed caring for your cat Polly and appreciate your trust! ❤️
Chaitra
October 7, 2026
Response from Darice
Thank you Chaitra for the 5 star rating! I would love to care for Maya again❤️
Thomas
October 4, 2026
very through and responsive
Response from Darice
Thank you Thomas for your kind words! Your fur babies are so sweet and adorable ~
Jake
October 2, 2026
Response from Darice
Thank you Jake for the 5 star rating! Bistah is such a cutie. I truly appreciate you trusting me with her care.
Jade
September 7, 2026
Response from Darice
Thank you so much Jade for the 5-star rating! It was wonderful meeting you and your kitty, and I truly appreciate you trusting me with her care. Looking forward to caring for Pearl again!
Beatrice
September 6, 2026
Angela
August 28, 2026
Angela
August 26, 2026
Yekaterina
August 23, 2026
Response from Darice
Thank you so much Yekaterina for the 5-star rating! I truly appreciate your support and the opportunity to care for Kenzi. 🐾💕
Michael
August 12, 2026
Darice has done a great job taking care of my cat on two separate occasions. Would recommend to others.
Response from Darice
Thank you so much Michael! It means a lot that you’ve trusted me with your cat repeatedly. Big Bunny is so sweet, I loved spending time with her! I’m always happy to help and truly appreciate the recommendation.
Chaitra
July 25, 2026
Weston
July 10, 2026
Darice is awesome! she’s our go to for cat sitting. she takes such great care of our cat. we have gone with her multiple times
Response from Darice
Thank you so much Weston! It means a lot that you keep choosing me to care for your cat. I always enjoy my visits and love spending time with Arti.
Kelly
July 7, 2026
Response from Darice
Thank you so much Kelly for your kind review! Your cats are so sweet, I'd love to care for them again anytime!
Kirsty
July 6, 2026
We were happy to book Darice again! She always takes great care of our kitty and sends helpful updates.
Response from Darice
Thank you so much Kirsty for your kind review and for trusting me with your kitty again! It’s always a pleasure caring for Polly
Emily
June 18, 2026
My kitties loved Darice, and she took excellent care of them 🫶
Response from Darice
Thank you Emily for your kind words. Your kitties are so sweet and it was a pleasure caring for them ❤️
Michelle
June 14, 2026
Darice was fantastic! Our furs usually take awhile to warm up to new people and they loved her immediately. Very responsive and reliable, great updates. We will be booking Darice again soon!
Response from Darice
Thank you Michelle for your kind review! It was such a joy caring for your fur babies, and I was honored that they felt comfortable with me so quickly. Looking forward to caring for them again soon!
Kelly
May 15, 2026
Zhi
April 8, 2026
Yifei
March 8, 2026
Megan
March 5, 2026
Allie
February 23, 2026
Hope
February 23, 2026
Bek
January 19, 2026
Megan
January 4, 2026
Response from Darice
Thank you so much Megan for the 5-star rating and for the thoughtful Christmas gift! I loved caring for your two adorable cats.
Steven
January 3, 2026
Darice was great! She came on time every day and took great care of our cat Pip. We would gladly book her again.
Response from Darice
Thank you so much for your kind review! I loved caring for Pip and cuddling with him. I’d be happy to help again anytime you need care for Pip.
Maddy
January 2, 2026
Response from Darice
Thank you so much Maddy for the 5-star rating! I truly appreciate your trust and the opportunity to care for your cats.
Tmnt
December 17, 2025
Ivy
December 16, 2025
Response from Darice
Thank you so much Ivy for the 5-star review! I truly appreciate your trust.
Yekaterina
December 6, 2025
Response from Darice
I really appreciate the 5-star rating—thank you for choosing me to look after your cat.
Tmnt
November 5, 2025
Tmnt
October 20, 2025
Response from Darice
Thank you so much for the continued trust and 5-star ratings! I always love caring for your kitties~
Tmnt
October 5, 2025
Response from Darice
I really appreciate the 5-star rating! Your cats always make my day—I’m excited to see them again tomorrow.
Jessica
September 21, 2025
Response from Darice
Thank you Jessica for the 5-star rating! It was a pleasure caring for your cats ^_^
Laurie
July 29, 2025
Reliable, compassionate, and incredibly attentive. Darice brings professionalism and warmth to everything they do. A true gem you can count on!
Oveys
July 29, 2025
She is reliable, dependable, respectful and personable. Overall, excellent!
Meowtel
July 29, 2025
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