I'm Josephine

Diabectic And Pawsitive Cat Care On Capitol Hill

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36 Reviews
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9 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

Josephine is experienced with 5 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Injections / Diabetic Management Subcutaneous Fluids

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Diabectic And Pawsitive Cat Care On Capitol Hill

I'm Josephine

Cat Sitting in Seattle, WA

I live on Capitol Hill and I focus on medically fragile cats.

Diabetic cats, cats who need a little more care and my current clients will be prioritized. Please message before you make a reservation with me and we can explore details so I can can respond to you and your kitty needs promptly!

I have had cats since college and they were always rescues and from the shelters. I work from home for a non profit and I have been living on Capitol Hill since 2003. In my spare time when I am not helping humans, I am caring for my senior dog. My cat Pascal crossed the rainbow bridge in 2023. He was diabetic and finally it was the diabetes and perhaps GI failure that got him.

My experience with cats ranges from caring for them when they are healthy and giving medications when they not feeling their best...
I live on Capitol Hill and I focus on medically fragile cats.

Diabetic cats, cats who need a little more care and my current clients will be prioritized. Please message before you make a reservation with me and we can explore details so I can can respond to you and your kitty needs promptly!

I have had cats since college and they were always rescues and from the shelters. I work from home for a non profit and I have been living on Capitol Hill since 2003. In my spare time when I am not helping humans, I am caring for my senior dog. My cat Pascal crossed the rainbow bridge in 2023. He was diabetic and finally it was the diabetes and perhaps GI failure that got him.

My experience with cats ranges from caring for them when they are healthy and giving medications when they not feeling their best. I have had so many rescue cats, I know their behaviors when they are playful or when they are nervous and want to be left alone until they get to know me better.

I am an experienced cat lover and owner. I am very comfortable doing blood glucose home testing for diabetic cats so they are safe to receive their insulin shot. I am comfortable giving medication and/or supplements to cats.

My cat was probably a Maine Coon mix and we had 13 years together. He was bottle fed and was weened way too young so he was so quirky and had pica. I understand the various cats' personality and I just love being around cats. They love me too!

I am not a vet tech. I taught myself everything I know about cats living with diabetes and for cats who need the extra care. I would love to assist you with taking care of your cat! I know that it is stressful and sometimes you need a break and I am here for you.

For new clients who need diabetic cat care or extra care for your cat please message me before you book my services. I will need more information from you so please message me prior to booking.

I look forward to taking care of your fur baby!

Learn More About Josephine

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love being able to give the pet parents a break with someone who is going to take care of their cat like they would their own.

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

I had a cat parent who was so detailed and a cat who just wanted to sit on my lap for the whole drop in! It was a lovely experience for me as a cat sitter and I can tell the cat loved me too.

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

Hire a cat sitter who would look after your cats the same way they take care of their own!

Are you usually available during holidays?

Yes I am around on most holidays.

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

I respect their space and boundaries. I let them come to me when they are ready for pets and loves.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Injections / Diabetic Management Subcutaneous Fluids

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36 reviews
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Tidiness
Miriam

Miriam

December 4, 2025

Josephine was a lifesaver, as always! This time our cat Jiji's tooth was bugging him and making it hard for him to eat. Since Josephine has watched Jiji for several years, she was able to help us figure out he wasn't himself, and we got him some pain meds. Her attention to his personality and willingness to flex the routine as his needs changed were incredible! We couldn't have gotten through Thanksgiving week without her.

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Gabe

Gabe

October 5, 2025

can’t recommend Josephine enough! They did an amazing job taking care of my diabetic cat while I was away. I really appreciated the updates and photos—they gave me peace of mind knowing my cat was in good hands. When I got home, everything was clean, organized, and my cat was happy and healthy. Truly a reliable, compassionate, and professional sitter!

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Stokes

Stokes

June 25, 2025

Josephine is a pro! She took care of my 19 year old diabetic baby angel and her 2 young, healthy roommates. The usual anxiety I have about leaving them was nonexistent as Josephine sent tons of photos and videos each time she visited, including pictures of their food bowls and medication. She also sends a visit recap after she leaves. SO THOROUGH! Can't wait to book her again.

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Response from Josephine

The girls are precious and adorable! I know there are many sitters out there and I am thankful you picked me and trusted me with your furry family members.

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Kassie

Kassie

June 13, 2024

I want to start by saying that I was BEYOND anxious to leave my girls, Red and Maisie, for this trip. Red has some health issues so I wasn’t sure she’d be getting the same level of care if I wasn’t there. Finding Josephine on here and seeing how amazing she was during our meet and greet put me at ease. Both of my girls were treated like QUEENS and got the most loving care and attention from Josephine during my time away. She was incredibly thorough about her trips to see them, would always send me photos while she was at our place and even made the apartment more cat-friendly in ways I had never thought of. I was even getting litter box updates letting me know how many clumps were in each box… it was a dream come true for me as a cat parent. She made all of us feel safe and just truly went above and beyond for me and my girls. I can't recommend her enough and will certainly reach out in the future. Thank you, Josephine!!!

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Sherwin

Sherwin

November 14, 2023

Josephine was truly a gift for my fiancee and I who needed an urgent cat-sitter to help care for my diabetic cat on insulin injections. Josephine was very responsive, professional, and interested in assisting in any way she could. She seemed to get along well with our cat and was able to confidently provided her much needed insulin injections while we were away. She was responsive to our messages and sent daily updates and pictures of our little one. I would love to work with Josephine again in the future and trust her with the care of my pets.

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Mary

Mary

January 1, 2023

Josephine is the best of the best! I found her in a time of desperation, as our usual boarding location was completely booked for the Christmas holiday-- and I'm SO glad I did! She clearly has a true love and appreciation for the furry friends she's looks after, and I could immediately sense this during our initial meet and greet. Not only did this immediately ease my nerves about leaving my 10 year old cat, Jupiter, for about 10 days-- but it also assured me that Jupiter was in excellent hands in the unlikely case that something were to go wrong while I was away. Josephine made sure to get all the details about Jupiter's care in order, and didn't leave any stone unturned, which only highlights her experience, and her dedication to our pets. I was particularly impressed when we figured out that the key set I'd initially given her wasn't working! I was so thankful both then and now for her coming back to my apartment after our first meeting to test the set of keys prior to my leaving! I can't imagine the chaos that would have ensued had she not had that idea. While I was away, she sent wonderful pictures and videos of Jupiter along with detailed reports on any litterbox issues, apartment temperature/environment updates and overall status updates. I never once felt out of the loop, which is something I'm sure every pet parent can appreciate! Aside from the excellent care she provides, Josephine is also extremely kind and patient-- both to humans and to animals! I really enjoyed chatting with her and I knew Jupiter would pick up on her calm and positive energy. Upon my return home, Jupiter was relaxed, happy, and even seemed a little disappointed that it was me walking through the door instead of Josephine! I recommend Josephine very highly to anyone in the Capitol Hill area of Seattle who needs attentive, thorough, gentle and consistent cat care, and I'll be sure to reach out to her again when my Jupiter needs looking after!

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$43.00 / 20min
$55.00 / 45min

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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.

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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