Become a Meowtel cat sitter
Turn your passion into a paid position! We take cat sitting so seriously that we accept less than 10% of applicants.
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Why sit with us?
Cats don't do well outside of their home environment. Our cat sitters bring the purrfect hospitality to you.

You can be
your own
boss
your own
boss

Choose your
own rates &
availability
own rates &
availability

Meet ameowzing
kitties near
you
kitties near
you

Become a member
of a cat-loving community!
of a cat-loving community!
Our free application consists of 4 steps:
Do you love kitties? It only takes 4 steps to join our trusted community of cat sitters on Meowtel.
Successful cat sitter applicants on-board with us in about 10-14 days and we accept applications from anywhere in the United States.
Successful cat sitter applicants on-board with us in about 10-14 days and we accept applications from anywhere in the United States.

Create your account
It only takes 20 seconds to create yourMeowtel sitter account.

Take the Sitter Questionnaire
We'll ask a few behavioral questionsto ensure it'll be a great fit.

Complete Your Application & Background Check
This step usually takes a few days to complete and we'll keep you updated along the way. Two professional references are required to complete your application.
Pass a Sitter Success Quiz & Complete Your Sitter Activation Call
You'll watch a short video about Meowtel best practices and expectations and once you pass the quiz, you'll have the opportunity to schedule a 15-minute call to allow us to get to know you and answer all of your questions.FAQs for becoming a cat sitter
- How to become a cat sitter?
- Becoming a Meowtel cat sitter is a 4-step process that usually takes 10-14 days. Create your free account, take the sitter questionnaire, complete your application and background check, and then pass a sitter success quiz and complete your sitter activation call.
- How much money does a cat sitter make?
- Cat sitter earnings will vary depending on the sitter's location and experience with cats, including their ability to give medication. The best cat sitters on Meowtel typically earn between $4,000-$6,000 per month. Sitters who cat sit more casually on Meowtel typically earn between $500-$1,000 per month. If a cat sitter has open availability, especially on major holidays, they will be able to maximize their cat sitting earnings.
- Do I need an insurance to become a cat sitter?
- As a Meowtel cat sitter, you are fully insured and bonded; you do not need to have your own cat sitter insurance.
- What do you need to become a cat sitter?
- To become a Meowtel cat sitter, you will need a smartphone and the Meowtel mobile app. We look for relevant cat ownership experience as well as the skills needed to be a successful independent contractor with us, which include professionalism, great time management, excellent communication skills, and a high level of integrity.