# HowMeowtelWorks

## Sit Back and Relax, **Cat Parents**

It's easy and convenient to book your next cat sitter who has been background-checked.

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###### SEARCH AND RESERVE

Every cat sitter on Meowtel is background-checked - they're the cat whisperers!

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###### MEET & GREET

Ask your sitter about a Meet & Greet to talk through care details before your trip.

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###### TRAVEL EASY

Your cat sitter can provide regular updates, including lots of photos.

## Here's What Each Meowtel Visit **Typically Includes**

- Food & water refresh  
- Playtime and kitty cuddles  
- Litter box scooping  
- Message & photo updates  
- Trust & Safety

## Become a Meowtel **Cat Sitter**

Do you love kitties? The onboarding process consists of 4 steps and sitters can get their businesses up and running in an average of 2 days. Submissions are accepted from select cities and states all across the United States.

#### 1. Showcase your knowledge and share your goals

It only takes a few minutes to create your sitter account on Meowtel and get started with the onboarding process.

#### 2. Complete and submit your listing

You'll write your sitter bio, upload your sitter photos, set your rates, choose your availability for cat sitting and select the zip codes you want to service.

#### 3. Complete your background check

This step supports trust and transparency, helping cat parents feel confident when exploring sitter profiles on Meowtel.

#### 4. Complete onboarding and start earning

Once your background check clears, your listing will go live on Meowtel so cat parents can find you. You may add testimonials from past clients to help showcase your experience.

## Meowtel is **100% Cats** and 100% Convenient

See our purrfect hospitality in action!

Meowtel: The #1 Cat Sitting App from Meowtel on Vimeo

## A few reasons why cat parents **love Meowtel**

### Made for Cats by Cat Lovers

Meowtel is the only cat-centric service platform with a nationwide presence.

### The Meet & Greet

Ask your sitter about a Meet & Greet to talk through care details before your trip.

### A Convenient Experience From Start to Finish

Enjoy peace of mind and ease of booking with our iOS and Android mobile app, all backed by the [Meowtel Promise](https://meowtel.com/meowtel-promise).

## Frequently Asked **Questions**

### How much does Meowtel cost?

Drop-in visits start at $20 for 20 minutes of in-home care. Rates will vary depending on the sitter you choose and the area where you live.

You can find a sitter that works for your budget by [starting your search](https://meowtel.com/cat-sitters).

### How do I know my cat will be cared for?

Cat sitters on Meowtel have been background-checked by a third party. Look for real reviews from cat parents on each cat sitter listing.

### What services does Meowtel offer?

Sitters are offering 2 different in-home service types:

- **Drop-in visits:** Visits can be booked for 20-minute, 45-minute, or 60-minute increments.
- **Overnight stays:** The sitter will stay overnight in your home for a minimum of 12 hours, including dinner and breakfast feedings.

### How do I pay for my Meowtel reservation?

You pay for your reservation during the online booking process. On the final checkout screen, the system will ask you to enter a payment method (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Discover), if you have a Meowtel Account Balance available, it will be used towards the reservation total. You are not charged for a reservation until your sitter confirms the request.

Meowtel Account Balances can be refunded back to a customer's original payment method upon request. Email bellhop@meowtel.com or Live Chat with us for assistance with refunds, we'd be happy to help!