I'm Karla

Here To Spoil Your Fur Friends

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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

Karla is experienced with 4 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Subcutaneous Fluids

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Here To Spoil Your Fur Friends

I'm Karla

Cat Sitting in Seattle, WA

Hi, I’m Karla! I’m a jack of all trades and visual artist living in Seattle for the last 20 years. Last spring I was looking for a side job that I felt truly passionate about… and I found it here with Meowtel! I’ve been a cat lady my entire life and I thought why not try to make a living treating cats like the gods and goddesses they are! There isn’t a time in my life where I didn’t have a kitty nearby to care for. They say “do what you love” and well, buddy, I freaking love cats! I have experience caring for cats at all... Hi, I’m Karla! I’m a jack of all trades and visual artist living in Seattle for the last 20 years. Last spring I was looking for a side job that I felt truly passionate about… and I found it here with Meowtel! I’ve been a cat lady my entire life and I thought why not try to make a living treating cats like the gods and goddesses they are! There isn’t a time in my life where I didn’t have a kitty nearby to care for. They say “do what you love” and well, buddy, I freaking love cats! I have experience caring for cats at all life stages, including giving prescription medication when needed (oral, topical, and a little bit of experience with administering subcutaneous fluids, looking to learn more).

Growing up with cats helped me learn to read their mood and body language, and I swear I’ve had entire conversations with my previous cats. If you’re reading this thinking “this person is cat obsessed”, then you’d be 100% correct! I would be honored to care for your cat/s someday😺 No cat is too fussy, too needy, or too grumpy. Whether it’s a feeding, some playtime and enrichment, administering medication, or scooping the box, I’m here to help with your sweet fuzzy loved ones!

Any questions are always welcome, so ask away. Thanks for checking out my listing!

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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I’ve done a million jobs, from menial to highly technical, dry & analytical to creative & intuitive, simple & boring to wildly complex & challenging. And yet- being a cat sitter is hands down the most rewarding job I’ve ever done. Caring for these special animals not only comes naturally to me, but it’s also deeply satisfying and makes my heart full! It is the *greatest* honor in the world to be entrusted with the care of an animal, especially since these animals are also family members and often are nearly-lifelong companions. I live to earn their trust! I give my heart and soul to each kitty I watch. I treat them with the high status they deserve (the ancient Egyptians knew what was up)! From feeding to cleaning to engagement, they are treated like royalty when I’m charged with their care.

Are you usually available during holidays?

Yes! I do holiday visits, because cats don’t care about calendars and their physical and emotional needs must be met even when their family is away for the weekend.

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

It’s a careful balance of letting them know you’re here to help, and letting them approach on their terms. Cats are incredibly sensitive so I stay calm and speak in soothing tones while avoiding direct eye contact. If I’m stressed, they will pick that up. I try to stay close (but not too close.) I keep my voice soft and don’t make quick movements ; it’s been a successful method dealing with particularly anxious fur friends! My previous kitty had strong separation anxiety and I have a lot of practice making him feel safe and calm so his shy personality blossomed! I’ve cracked even the shyest of cats🐱


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Subcutaneous Fluids

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Lesli

Lesli

May 15, 2026

Karla is amazing! We have a very skittish rescue kitty that immediately bonded with Karla. It was such a relief to know our kitty was in good hands while we were away. She followed all instructions to the letter and sent great videos and pics from each visit. We can’t recommend her enough!!

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Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits

Response from Karla

Lesli, thank you so much for trusting me to care for your kitties. They were wonderful and I look forward to seeing you all at our next upcoming sit!

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Lynn

Lynn

This month

Karla is the absolute best cat sitter! She professional, caring, attentive, detail-orientated, creative, goes above and beyond, and really knows how to connect with cats. I have two Maine Coons, who require a lot of play but in very different ways. Karla has excelled at finding a way to entertain and run the energy out of our large boy, Po, so he doesn't take over every game from our more sweet intellectual girl, Romi. The best part is when I come home both Romi and Po seem happy and content, which is wonderful after a long day at work. Thank you for all you do, Karla! I hope you can become our primary cat care-giver.

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Meowtel-verified reservation 2+ weeks long

Response from Karla

Lynn, thank you so much for the glowing review! I very much enjoyed caring for your kitties and trying to accommodate their very different play styles. A true challenge to my skills as a cat sitter!

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Jodie

Jodie

December 27, 2025

Karla is the best! One of our cats unexpectedly needed medication and she was successfully able to administer everyday even though shes a shy kitty. She always gave great checkup notes and pictures/videos. Highly recommend!

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
Elisabeth

Elisabeth

November 4, 2025

We were completely satisfied & delighted by Karla's care of our cats! Her experience in this work was obvious just from the meet and greet, and she took care of everything needed and checked in with any questions/concerns during the assignment. She was even able to take on a two-week assignment on short notice. She made friends with both cats and found ways to engage them and keep them happy every day. And she provided outstanding daily reports and plenty of photos and videos, which helped us miss our kitties a little bit less. I recommend her very highly!

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
Tory

Tory

August 13, 2025

I truly wish I can give more than five stars. We left on our vacation to go get married super worried about one of our three cats because he tends to be a Little bit sassy. Carla came in and showed so much genuine care for my cats. she worked for the obstacles to help mango feel as comfortable as she could. Even if he was being a bully she made sure to take care of all of the items that needed to get done. I seriously cant thank her enough.

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long

Response from Karla

Tory!!! It was such an adventure. I actually appreciate that Mango was a challenging baby. He helped me grow as a sitter. I’m grateful for your support throughout from a distance. It was definitely interesting. Looking forward to returning!

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Carole

Carole

March 3, 2026

Fantastic!! Karla is the BEST sitter I have ever had through Meowtel! She sent tons of pics and video clips of my two fur babies, and stayed longer than my reservation required. Her communications were highly detailed, too. I would HIGHLY recommend Karla, and will definitely call her again in the future. Thank-you Karla!! 😻

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Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Response from Karla

Carole, thank you so much for the kind feedback! Mochi and Macy were a joy to care for. I was also very appreciative of how organized you were. Caring for your kitties was a breeze! Looking forward to visiting again!

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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.

Seattle 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!

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