I'm Heather

Puurfectly Content Cat Care

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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

Heather is experienced with 1 type of medications

Oral Medication / Pills

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Puurfectly Content Cat Care

I'm Heather

Cat Sitting in Madison, WI

Hey, hi, hello!

What can I say, I have been a cat lover for as long as I can remember! I have been to lucky have cats of every shape, size, and personality; from your overly treat motivated purr machine tabbies to your "I love you with strong boundaries" long hairs- all are acutely wonderful in their unique ways. Now I look forward to sharing my experience with you and your kitty!

I do understand the care and concern all of us cat parents have when we are not able to be with our cats. With each visit I promise:
-At least (with a heavy emphasis of at least) one photo and update with each visit
-Food, water, and litter box care
-Plenty of pets and play (with respect to any kitty boundaries in place)
-And happy to help with...
Hey, hi, hello!

What can I say, I have been a cat lover for as long as I can remember! I have been to lucky have cats of every shape, size, and personality; from your overly treat motivated purr machine tabbies to your "I love you with strong boundaries" long hairs- all are acutely wonderful in their unique ways. Now I look forward to sharing my experience with you and your kitty!

I do understand the care and concern all of us cat parents have when we are not able to be with our cats. With each visit I promise:
-At least (with a heavy emphasis of at least) one photo and update with each visit
-Food, water, and litter box care
-Plenty of pets and play (with respect to any kitty boundaries in place)
-And happy to help with other small tasks including plants, mail, and garbage!
My goal is to help you feel more at ease and comfortable knowing that your cats (and home) will be carefully cared for and respected while you are away.

I was lucky enough to be the mom to a beautiful Maine Coon with irritable bowel disease and diagnosed heart failure so I have learned the skills to comfortably administer medication (oral and topical) and understand the importance of time and daily schedule.

I work a call job with a flexible schedule so it might take me a little bit to respond (I assist in surgery) but I will respond as soon as I am able. Since this is the case I do ensure I am not oncall to be in the OR on days I am booked to ensure I am available in case of cat care needs or specific time requests arise.

The days I am not called in my schedule is pretty open and meeting new cats brings joy to me! Thank you for filling my cup and for trusting me to care for your kitty :) If I have sat for you before don't hesitate to reachout to see if I am available to help!

Learn More About Heather

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I am happily the mom of two sweet boys, Diego and Percy! Diego is a 2 year old short haired tabby that has reminded me how much energy I have. He is full of life and curiosity. He loves going on walks in the hallway (which we call pawtrols) as well as spending time on the porch with his mom! Percy is a recent addition, less than a year old and full of spunk! He rarely runs but he somehow still ends up being the greatest predator of toes one might ever meet. His favorite thing in the world is his big brother and snuggling under the blankets with his mom. A few moons ago I had the pleasure of being a mom to Benjamin, the sweetest short haired tabby and Nalo, my wonderful Maine Coon. They both were loved so dearly.

Are you usually available during holidays?

My job has me on a set holiday rotation so there will be some holidays I will not be able to, however, this is predetermined on a rotating basis so I will know my availability for many years to come.

What is your favorite cat toy?

My favorite cat toy isn't a cat toy at all! When I first moved out of my parents house I did not have too much extra money to spend. One day I was eating some pringles and Mr. Nalo came over and snatched the lid right away from the top of the can! Many years later we still have a small stash of pringle can lids and milk rings that we play fetch with.

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

I take a 'meet everyone where they are at' approach to caring for all kitties, especially timid or anxious cat. I know our cats probably miss us as much as we miss them when we are away so balancing the emotions of "I miss my parents" and "someone new" can be difficult. Taking a slow approach with the first goal of being in the same room, small offerings of treats or food from a distance, and long distance toys all allow for trust building while allowing the space our timid kitties need to feel safe.


Medication Experience:

Oral Medication / Pills

Skills:

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Susan

Susan

This month

Heather is truly exceptional. We usually board our four cats when we travel, and they come home stressed and unsettled. This time, they were calm, happy, and clearly well cared for. Heather went above and beyond—sending thoughtful updates and photos throughout our trip, which gave us so much peace of mind. We’re incredibly grateful. Thank you, Heather!

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Response from Heather

Thank you so much, Susan, for such a kind review! I sincerely had such a wonderful time checking in on everyone- they all have such different personalities that are so easy to love, I hope to see them again :)

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Courtney

Courtney

This month

Heather did an amazing job caring for our three cats while we were away. This was the first time that I had used a cat sitting service and it went great. Having two senior cats I was really looking for someone with a strong love for cats with “cat-intuition” vs. a neighbor to just come and feed them for 15 mins. Heather provided many photos and a great recap from each visit and during the meet and greet I could tell she was an animal person right away. This really helped me relax while we were away. She even got our mail and brought in some packages. We will definitely use her again in the future!

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Response from Heather

Thank you so much for such kind words, Courtney! Lincoln, Dash, and Remington are all such special cats and just so easy to love. I really look forward to seeing them again in the future :)

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Alexis

Alexis

January 4, 2026

Heather was fantastic! She was very professional and send detailed updates on my cat with each visit. She was able to accommodate a last minute request for administration of medication when my cat got an eye infection, which I really appreciated! I would 100% have her in to care for my cat again in the future :)

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Mahina

Mahina

January 2, 2026

Heather went above and beyond! She updated me daily while I was away and sent the best photos of my cats. She was professional and very detail oriented and I would recommend her to anyone looking for the world’s best cat sitter!

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Response from Heather

Thank you so so much for the kind words, Mahina! I really feel honored for your trust with Maki and Lemon Pepper! I adored visiting them and both had such wonderful personalities that I hope to visit again :)

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Ilana

Ilana

January 30, 2026

Heather is amazing! She is great to communicate with, and she sends lots of pictures with her visit updates. Also, my cat immediately felt comfortable with her.

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Response from Heather

Thank you so much for the kind words, Ilana! Watson is the most wonderful cat, I feel lucky you trust me with his care 💜

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Aly

Aly

November 4, 2025

Heather did such a fabulous job taking care of our cat while we were away. She sent us updates and pictures everyday, which put our minds at ease. We will definitely book her again in the future!

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$21.00 / 20min
$33.50 / 45min
$45.00 / 60min
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Drop in visits rates

$21.50 / 20min
$34.50 / 45min
$48.00 / 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.

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 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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