I'm Josephine
Diabectic And Pawsitive Cat Care On Capitol Hill
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Josephine is experienced with 5 types of medications
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I'm Josephine
Cat Sitting in Seattle, WA
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:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Josephine is experienced with 5 types of medications
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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
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
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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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
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
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
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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Drop in visits rates
Josephine's is 30%
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
Josephine's holiday surcharge is 30%.
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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 $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!
Rating breakdown
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.
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!
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.
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.
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!!!
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.
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!
Jason
December 13, 2022
It was such a pleasant experience to have Josephine taking care of my cat. The communication was smooth, and she’s genuinely caring for Bo (my cat). She went out of her way to buy kibbles for Bo, and built a lovely bond with my cat, who’s usually very shy towards strangers.
Justine
January 5, 2023
Josephine was the absolute best. Our cat loved her and the detailed updates and multiple videos/ photos she sent every day were amazing. Josephine even braved the infamous ice storm to take care of our cat. Highly recommend.
Miriam
August 28, 2023
I truly couldn't be more grateful for Josephine. Our cat got very sick 16mo ago and this was the first time since that we'd had him cared for by anyone who wasn't family. I knew from our first meet-and-greet that Josephine would do a terrific job, and she did! I was really able to be present on our trip knowing that our cat Jiji was in her stellar care. And he also loved her! Only wanted pets! When we came home, he was relaxed and had shiny fur from all the love he'd received. Thank you Josephine!!!
April
December 25, 2022
Extremely thorough, friendly, and so good with our kitty! Our flight was cancelled and they watched our cat for two more days. Definitely recommend!
April
December 25, 2022
Extremely thorough, friendly, and so good with our kitty! Our flight was cancelled and they watched our cat for two more days. Definitely recommend!
Ashley
November 17, 2022
Josephine was wonderful! She normally does diabetic cats only but made an exception for Sophie. She was very reliable and easy to work with. She was thorough and took many videos and pictures while she had her visits with Sophie. Thank you for the great care!!!
Gabe
October 25, 2022
Josephine did a great job taking care of our cat Olive. From the very first meeting Josephine asked thoughtful questions to understand Olive’s regiments routine. While we were gone she gave us updated and sent plenty of photos and videos. We had zero worries knowing that she was in good hands!
Miriam
December 1, 2023
this was our second time with Josephine and she was fabulous, again!! I was extremely anxious as we were traveling internationally, but Josephine took incredible care of both our cat Jiji and my nerves! not an easy task. we appreciate her so much!
Hector
January 4, 2024
Josephine was great when watching over my fur babies over the holidays! She promptly sent multiple pictures and updates when she was with them, made sure that my cat with diabetes got his meds and glucose measures done, fed both of my cats, and kept the place clean and litter boxes tidy. She was really open with communication and even had some suggestions to improve my cat's condition since she has so much experience with cat diabetes, and also she was friendly to the cats and I could see how much they were opening up to her too. Would recommend her 100/100 especially if you have a kitty with special medical needs. Thank you so much Josephine!
Sean
June 3, 2023
Josephine was wonderful to work with, both knowledgeable and professional. Her great communication and apparent confidence put my mind at ease while I was away.
Miriam
February 23, 2026
❤️❤️❤️
Phaedra
December 28, 2025
Mary
October 1, 2025
Miriam
September 3, 2025
Josephine has been caring for our kitty, Jiji, for two years now! We plan our vacations around her availability; she’s that wonderful.
Miriam
May 24, 2025
Josephine continues to be the only person I’m comfortable leaving our cat with when we’re away! she’s truly the most wonderful.
Miriam
March 2, 2025
Mary
February 21, 2025
Kyle
January 3, 2025
Mary
January 3, 2025
Phaedra
December 29, 2024
Mary
November 10, 2024
Kyle
August 7, 2024
Miriam
April 13, 2024
I always feel emotional when we get home because Josephine just takes SUCH good care of our kitty, Jiji. I really don’t know how we got so lucky. Words can’t express how grateful we are for her loving care!
Kyle
March 11, 2024
Response from Josephine
Thank you for trusting me to care for ZsaZsa and giving her insulin shots. twice a day.
Hector
October 31, 2023
Response from Josephine
So honored to drop in on Luke and Leia and thank you for trusting me with your diabetic kitty.
Hector
October 23, 2023
Justine
September 6, 2023
Meowtel
August 5, 2022
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