I'm Megan

Name: Cat Owner Seeking More Cat Friends
Address: Madison, WI, 53719, US
Rating: 5.00

Cat Owner Seeking More Cat Friends

5.00

8 Reviews

< 15 mins Response Time

4 Repeat clients

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I'm Megan

Cat Owner Seeking More Cat Friends

Madison, WI

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

Megan is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

You aren't charged until Megan confirms your request. Cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the reservation begins for a 100% refund.

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I'm Megan

Cat Sitting in Madison, WI

Hello, cat-loving people of the Madison area! My name is Megan Nelson and I love crochet, games (video and board), and animals of all sorts, but especially cats. I would love to make friends with your feline(s) when you need a hand. I have owned and cared for cats for nearly my entire adult life (20+ years). I currently have 2 elderly felines (15 years old) and I also volunteer once a week at Madison Cat Project. I have experience giving various kinds of medications, as well as some experience with manually expressing kitty bladders (my little tortie developed some incontinence issues in the last few months; I received instruction from a licensed veterinarian on how to do the expressing properly). Other special care needs? I am always willing to learn. There is honestly not much of anything I wouldn't do for the well-being of our feline family members... Hello, cat-loving people of the Madison area! My name is Megan Nelson and I love crochet, games (video and board), and animals of all sorts, but especially cats. I would love to make friends with your feline(s) when you need a hand. I have owned and cared for cats for nearly my entire adult life (20+ years). I currently have 2 elderly felines (15 years old) and I also volunteer once a week at Madison Cat Project. I have experience giving various kinds of medications, as well as some experience with manually expressing kitty bladders (my little tortie developed some incontinence issues in the last few months; I received instruction from a licensed veterinarian on how to do the expressing properly). Other special care needs? I am always willing to learn. There is honestly not much of anything I wouldn't do for the well-being of our feline family members.

My special talent seems to be with the shy/nervous cats. The first cat I owned had originally belonged to an old roommate of mine, and this kitty wouldn't let any people touch her pretty much ever. She did a lot of hiding under beds and behind couches. Within a week or two, she was spending nights in my room, sleeping next to my pillow. When my roommate could no longer keep her, she begged me to take her, because in 4 years she had never seen her bond remotely like that with another human. I sat for my brother-in-law's 3 cats about a year and a half ago. The shy one wouldn't even let his partner near her for months. She allowed me to give her head scratches on day 3 of my visiting them.

As far as conducting visits, I am currently only working part time, so I can be somewhat flexible. Because of my elderly bunch at home (we also have a 12 yr old husky in addition to the cats), I cannot do boarding, but I could likely entertain house-sitting/overnight stays if needed. I am more than happy to have a chat with you about you, your cats, and what you all need!

Learn More About Megan

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

When I was a teenager, I used to care for my aunt's cats when she was out of town for the weekend. Over the past decade-ish, I have been a go-to sitter for my neighbors across the street (2 cats), an old coworker of mine (2 cats), some long time friends of ours (2 cats), and my brother-in-law (3 cats, 2 chickens, and 2 lizards). I was caretaker for anywhere from just a weekend up to 3 weeks.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have 2 cats, Jack and Casey. Jack is a sleek ninja of a black cat, and Casey is the sweetest tortie you will ever meet. Both are 15 years old.

Are you usually available during holidays?

Yes, I am generally available during most major holidays. Christmas is the main one that's likely to be difficult, as I travel to Milwaukee to spend time with my family.

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

Slowly, and with patience. Approach them from the side, never straight on, and at their level. When looking in their direction, slow blink to show you are not a threat. Don't force yourself on them. Use high value treats to encourage them. Did they come towards you and sniff? Treat. Allow you to pet them? Treat. Try to just consistently show you're not a threat, and that good things will happen if they hang out with you.

Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

Skills:

Shelter Volunteer

I'm Megan

Cat Owner Seeking More Cat Friends

Madison, WI

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

Megan is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

You aren't charged until Megan confirms your request. Cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the reservation begins for a 100% refund.

Check if Megan services your area

Good news! Megan covers your area.

Unfortunately, Megan does not cover your area right meow.

5.00

8 reviews

5.0

Attention to Detail

5.0

Communication

5.0

Tidiness

Kelsey

May 4, 2026

Megan was great! immediately got a connection with our cats, even our shy one was interested. Gave lots of photos during visiting and was very communicative about how everyone was doing.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Kate

July 13, 2026

My cat who's a bit bold immediately took to Megan. She communicated frequently while I was away which gave me peace of mind. I know my cat was well cared for.

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Response from Megan

Thank you for the kind words. Looking forward to sitting for your sweet boy again, he's such a character. 😻

Alison

June 20, 2026

Megan was great with my babies, she sent regular updates and went above and beyond. I plan on rebooking with her!

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Jocelyn

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Victor

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Grace

July 8, 2026

Megan did a great job with Elton and he clearly had an amazing time! Thanks Megan

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Response from Megan

Happy to help! Elton is such a friendly, handsome boy, he made my job super easy. Thank you for trusting me with his care. 😻

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$21.00 / 20min

$32.00 / 45min

$42.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$60.00 / Overnight

Calendar updated 11 days ago

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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.

Madison cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $23.00. 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 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 Meet & Greet!

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