I'm Rye

Rye's Meowvelous Seattle Catsitting

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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

Rye is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Rye's Meowvelous Seattle Catsitting

I'm Rye

Cat Sitting in Seattle, WA

Greetings fellow cat parents!

My name is Rye and I think cats are the purr-fect companions! Where would we be without them? My 2 kitties are certainly a hugely important part of my life. They are skilled at reading emotions, showing love and simply provide a comforting and energetic presence in our home. My favorite part of cat sitting is getting to know the unique and diverse personalities of all the cats I meet. I enjoy quality time spent with cats and will ensure your kitty is well cared for.

I have helped raise a number of cats since I was a child and currently have 2 kitties of my own at home.

Nala, age 8, my partner and I have had since she was a kitten. She has a strong and goofy personality but a big heart and a social spirit!

Izzy, age 4, we have had since she was a kitten too. She didn't have much of a mom presence in her life, so she is still learning cat social skills. She is very snuggly while also having endless energy! She has idiopathic cystitis - an anxiety + urinary issue - so I am very familiar with this condition...
Greetings fellow cat parents!

My name is Rye and I think cats are the purr-fect companions! Where would we be without them? My 2 kitties are certainly a hugely important part of my life. They are skilled at reading emotions, showing love and simply provide a comforting and energetic presence in our home. My favorite part of cat sitting is getting to know the unique and diverse personalities of all the cats I meet. I enjoy quality time spent with cats and will ensure your kitty is well cared for.

I have helped raise a number of cats since I was a child and currently have 2 kitties of my own at home.

Nala, age 8, my partner and I have had since she was a kitten. She has a strong and goofy personality but a big heart and a social spirit!

Izzy, age 4, we have had since she was a kitten too. She didn't have much of a mom presence in her life, so she is still learning cat social skills. She is very snuggly while also having endless energy! She has idiopathic cystitis - an anxiety + urinary issue - so I am very familiar with this condition.

Cat-sitting is my full-time job! If my schedule doesn't quite align with yours, please reach out and we can work together to meet yours and your kitty's needs as best we can.

I service any neighborhood I can drive to within 20 minutes from my home near Green Lake.
This includes most of Seattle. Please reach out if you have inquiries about this; I am willing to be flexible! :)

Though not all cats are highly social, they still greatly benefit from human presence and interaction. When you seek a cat-sitter, you are doing well by your kitties. They will maintain lower levels of stress being away from their favorite people by having a caring individual to focus solely on them and meet their wants and needs.

I have excellent attention to detail and will thoroughly read the instructions you leave. No cat is the same and it is important to provide the care plan that you have set up for them. You know your kitties best!

I am fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19. I am also flexible with meet & greets; happy to do Zoom calls or in-person introductions, wear a mask etc.

**Regarding meet & greets, please remember to book the reservation before setting up a meet & greet (this is Meowtel policy for our protection - your reservation is still fully refundable if you decide not to choose me as your sitter)! Additionally, these are complimentary so I do not receive any compensation; Please be considerate of this free service! Typically a meet & greet lasts 15 minutes, but I am happy to stay up to 30 if there is extensive care, often medical-related. Thank you!!**

Thank you so very much for considering my services. I look forward to meeting you!

Rye

Learn More About Rye

What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?

I have been cat-sitting for family since I was a teenager and have been doing it professionally for the past 4 years.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love getting to know each cat individually. I enjoy figuring out how to best interact with every kitty I meet! It's truly special building those connections!

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Yes! Their names are Nala & Izzy. They couldn't be more different from one another, it keeps things interesting for sure!

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

Cats are very particular about how they're interacted with. For timid or anxious kitties, I find it really effective to be quiet and not make eye contact (this can be threatening to cats). I let them come out as they want to on their own time without forcing anything, have my hand out and ready to sniff when they're ready. If cat-owners have tricks or tips or requests, I am happy to follow them. I usually have good success with shy kitties.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Tidiness
Brian

Brian

April 4, 2026

Rye is amazing! Our senior cat can be a handful between medications, and chronic illnes. And to complicate matters, she can be territorial while we are away making it hard to manage her health needs. Rye handled her antics like no other cat sitter has, making sure she took her medication and kept a close eye on her health condition all while reliably keeping us up to date. Typically when we go on trips for longer than a week, we come back to the cat being a nervous wreck and it takes us days to get her back settled in to her routine. But this time we came back and it was like we never left. I can’t recommend Rye enough!

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Sydney

March 9, 2026

Rye has been a fantastic cat sitter, and I highly recommend them. Rye is reliable and always let me know when they arrive and leave. I also get plenty of photo and video updates, which really helps me feel relaxed while I'm away. Rye always check that my auto feeder, litter robot, and water fountains are working properly, and they make sure my cat gets lots of attention and playtime during visits. Rye even placates to my silly whims, like making sure Emmie's cat bed is set up right in front of the window so she can bird watch comfortably. Emmie can be a little mischievous, and Rye has even cleaned up small messes like when my cat broke into a bag of litter or tipped over her water feature. It gives me a lot of peace of mind knowing Rye is there keeping an eye on things and giving my cat some love while I’m gone. I’d highly recommend hiring Rye to look after your kitty the next time you're out of town!

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Ani

Ani

April 13, 2026

From my first interaction with this app to asking clarifying questions before booking, to actually booking - it was seamless. Rye was an excellent sitter for my cat Tater. His attention to detail and doing all the things was spot on. I was very nervous to leave her as she is older, needs daily meds and doesn’t like people other than me :-/. She was spicy with Rye the second day but they handled it with ease and all went well. I usually get the silent treatment and overall not happy with you mamma energy but alas Tater was all good when I returned - a clear testament to Rye’s great energy and meeting her essential needs while I was away. :) I highly recommend Rye!

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Melody

Melody

March 31, 2026

Rye did a stellar job looking after our cats when we left town. We felt very reassured that the cats as well as our home were well looked after. We have a picky eater and Rye took time with her to get her to eat. We received lots of photos and great communication. Rye is very knowledgeable about cat care and very professional. I will absolutely use Rye again when we travel!

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Mitchell

Mitchell

March 31, 2026

Rye was great. Consistent texts and photos throughout the week — no prompting needed. Also navigated two curveballs while I was semi-reachable: a biweekly housekeeper visit and a maintenance call for the washing machine. Cats were happy. 10/10, would def book again.

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Anh

Anh

March 30, 2026

I’m very grateful to have hired Rye for cat sitting for a week-long vacation. Rye is timely, provides thoughtful updates, and is friendly with our cats! I appreciate Rye for being adaptable and showing willingness to help clean one of our cats’ unexpected potty routine (probably due to separation anxiety). We were a bit embarrassed on our cat’s behalf but Rye is empathetic and has shown grace towards the situation. thank you for your service! 🧡🧡

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$49.00 / 45min
$65.00 / 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.

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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