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I'm Riley

A cat sitter in Seattle, WA

5.00/5.00
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13 REVIEWS

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I'm Riley | Cat Sitting in Seattle, WA

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Learn More About Riley

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I do ! I now have three cats. Binx was born in October of 2023 and is a black, medium-haired little weirdo. She is an extremely picky eater (seriously.. I usually just tell the cat-sitter not to worry if she sticks her nose up at a meal). Crash, who was born in June 2024, is a lanky orange tabby who just LOVES his humans. He is quite food motivated and very much looks forward to "window time" and supervised/fenced outdoor enrichment time. Crash was actually a foster fail, but we couldn't be happier with our decision to keep him. In September 2025, my partner and I foster failed again, adding a third feline (another brown tabby born in June 2025) to the menagerie. D'Artagnan (Dart) was actually chosen by Crash and surprisingly tolerated by Binx, so adopting him really wasn't our choice.

How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?

The first step to ensuring the safety and security of the cats and home while cat sitting is asking questions and becoming familiar with the routine. As a mildly neurotic cat caregiver myself, I am hyper aware of where my cats are when I am opening and closing doors/windows (especially doors/windows that lead to the great outdoors). You don't need to ask me twice to lock the house up at night. I will take care of your cat(s) and your space as I would take care of my own: with the utmost conscientiousness and care.

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

Timid or anxious cats require quite a bit more patience and attentiveness than more desensitized felines. I am well-versed in slow/soft approaches, making myself smaller and less intimidating (which can be difficult for someone as tall as me), high value treat encouragement, play redirection/distraction, and just plain old patience/time. As a cat person, I understand that some cats have bigger trust issues than others. I take no offense when a cat wants absolutely nothing to do with me right off the bat (in fact, that can usually be expected). Good things take time and that's why any attention/affection from a cat is so much more rewarding than that from a dog.

Riley's Reviews

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Courtney

Courtney

Riley is seriously the best!! I've got four cats with different meds, foods, and behavioral challenges so I was super anxious to leave them with a stranger. But Riley handled it all so easily and was super understanding of their quirks (and kept us updated with messages and photos from each visit) They even managed to befriend my shy boy who hides from everyone 🥲 Tldr; I think my cats like Riley better than me. Don't hesitate to book with them!

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Response from Riley on Sep 19, 2025 "Thank you so much, Courtney ! Honestly, your motley crew and all of their quirks have wormed their way into my heart (especially shy guy Quentin). As a neurodivergent myself, I am no stranger to quirks. Until next time !"
September 19, 2025
Allison

Allison

our senior kitty has CKD and Riley was one of the only care givers we found that was experienced with giving sub-cutaneous fluids. It was such a relief to find her! Our kitty was in great hands and got everything he needed on time and with care :) Will call upon Riley again next time we are out of town!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
Response from Riley on Sep 19, 2025 "Gandalf is such a champ when it comes to receiving his fluids. I would be more than happy to care for him (and/or your other two goofballs, Poki and Pretzel, my inquisitive supervisors) in a heartbeat :)"
September 18, 2025
Lindsay

Lindsay

Riley did an amazing job taking care of my cat while I was out of town for my birthday trip! I received thoughtful updates after every visit, each with adorable photos that always made me smile. It was clear from the pictures that my cat was becoming more and more comfortable with Riley as the days went by, which was incredibly reassuring. Riley went above and beyond by keeping up with the litter box and even taking out my trash on the last day. When I returned home, my cat looked relaxed, comfortable, and content, and I could tell he had been well cared for. I would definitely request Riley again whenever I need someone trustworthy and kind to look after my cat. Highly recommend!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
Response from Riley on Sep 19, 2025 "Thank you so much, Lindsay ! It was a pleasure getting to know Captain Kitty (from a distance). I look forward to my next opportunity to melt his heart, one meow at a time :)"
September 10, 2025
Deborah And Ponch

Deborah And Ponch

Riley was very easy to communicate with. During each visit she sent us several pics and we loved that. Our cat is shy and Riley got him to play!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
Response from Riley on Sep 2, 2025 "Getting to know Tamale was such a treat. It's always so much more rewarding when such a shy guy comes out of his shell :) I'm looking forward to spending more time with him soon !"
September 1, 2025
Anna

Anna

Riley was great! I really appreciated the detailed and thoughtful updates they shared after every visit with my two cats - I could tell my kitties were well cared for and happy when I got home. Riley was super communicative from the meet and greet to the visits, and I'm looking forward to booking with them again next time I'm out of town.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
Response from Riley on Nov 12, 2025 "Thank you, Anna ! Luna and Maya are the sweetest little nuggets. I wish I'd had more time with them, as they were both ravenous for human touch (well, Maya needed a full belly first ;)). Until next time !"
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Adam

Adam

Riley was super helpful in a last minute situation. She was so thorough, communicative and just overall great. Super kind and easy to work with. I have zero negative things to say.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
Response from Riley on Aug 15, 2025 "Thanks Adam ! I'm glad I was able to help you out. Blackie is the politest little lovebug. She can drool on me anytime :)"
August 11, 2025
Christine

Christine

Riley was an amazing cat sitter. Riley went above and beyond to send photos and video updates of my pet.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
Response from Riley on Aug 15, 2025 "Dax is such a sweetheart ! It was a pleasure getting to know her, however briefly. I would happily care for her again :)"
August 4, 2025
Maebh

Maebh

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 2, 2025
Brady

Brady

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
August 10, 2025
Paul

Paul

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
August 5, 2025
Rhona

Rhona

Riley is a cat person at heart with vast experience with animals of all ages in all states if health. The welfare of the animal is Riley’s highest priority.

July 10, 2025
Carole

Carole

Riley uses their variety of customer care experiences to communicate effectively with pet owners and employs their love of cats to provide excellent care for the kitties. During a stressful or traumatic situation they can quickly make an assessment and decide on the best action and make a plan (they are very good at that). Riley loves animals, especially cats, and goes out of their way to make their environment safe and functional and they provide plenty of entertainment and stimulation. If anything is amiss, it will be recognized and dealt with in a timely manner. Your furry family member will be in excellent hands.

July 10, 2025
Meowtel

Meowtel

Riley is a background-checked cat sitter in the Seattle area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.

July 10, 2025

Riley's First Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $30.00 / 20min $40.00 / 45min $55.00 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $80.00 / Overnight stays in your home
  • Riley's Holiday Surcharge is 20%
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Riley's Second Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $28.50 / 20min $42.50 / 45min $56.00 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $80.00 / Overnight stays in your home
  • Riley's Holiday Surcharge is 20%
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Riley's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • Animal CPR Trained
  • Foster Parent
  • Shelter Volunteer

Transportation

  • Car
  • Ground

Medication Experience

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

Each Visit Includes

  • Litter box cleaning
  • Feeding
  • Water refresh
  • A text update with at least 1 photo
  • Playtime and belly rubs

Cancellation Policy

Customers may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a 100% refund, and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:

Customers will receive a 100% refund to their Account Balance if they cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the start date of the reservation, and the sitter will not receive any earnings.

Customers will receive a 50% refund, and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the customer cancels between 24-48 hours of the start of the reservation.

No refund will be issued within 24 hours of the reservation, and the sitter will keep 100% of their planned earnings.

The Meowtel Promise & Satisfaction Guarantee

We are proud to provide each of our independently-contracted Meowtel cat sitters with the full benefits of our Meowtel Promise on eligible reservations. For reservations where each visit is at or above $20 and paid for through Meowtel, your cat(s) will automatically be covered under our insurance policy in the event that things don't go as planned.

If you are not fully satisfied with your sitter after the Meet & Greet or during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter to ensure we can deliver on our purrfect hospitality promise.

Thanksgiving is coming up soon (November 27th). Meowtel cat sitters are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Seattle cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $28.00. Prices will also depend on how long your cat needs company for, whether that be a drop-in visit or overnight stay in your home. Meowtel sitters offer 20, 45, and 60-minute drop-in visits that allow for fully tailored care for your kitties. Your caregiver may also need to charge a little more if they have to travel far, so we'll match you with the best options which are close by.

Every Meowtel cat sitter has been thoroughly vetted, background-checked, and is insured through Meowtel on eligible reservations via our Meowtel Promise. To ensure total peace of mind while you're away, every Meowtel reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can have full confidence in 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 for your kitties. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.

We recommend that you book daily visits with your sitter to keep your cats in their routine and to help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.

Each Meowtel cat sitting visit will include the whole 9 yards: feeding, refreshing the water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, as well as any special requests you may have. We know every kitty is different and that's why we offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, every reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you can meet your sitter before you leave to ensure it will be a purrfect fit.

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