Meredith N.
Meredith N.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $20 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Experienced, Caring, Trustworthy
Hi, I'm Meredith and would love the opportunity to care for your pets! Your pets’ happiness and well-being are always my top priority. I love spending time with animals—whether that’s going for walks, playing, or just keeping them company so they feel safe and loved while you’re away. I grew up with both cats and dogs and have cared for many of my own, so I understand the attention and consistency pets need. After 20 years as a high school English teacher, I have recently stepped into a new season that gives me more flexibility and time to pursue my creative passions and spend more time with my kids, who are with me on the weekends. My 9-year-old son and 12-year-old daughter are bright, energetic, and compassionate animal lovers. (Objectively speaking, their teachers, grandparents, and parents of their friends consistently rave that they are wonderful kids and wonderfully behaved.) I don’t smoke, drink, vape, or do any drugs, and I take every petsitting commitment seriously. Rest assured that your home will be treated with respect and well cared for, and your pets will be treated like family. Also, I am one who loves to cozy up and stay close to your home, giving your furry loved ones TLC as much as possible when I'm there. If you think we might be a good fit, I’d love to connect! I’m happy to meet virtually or in person if possible. Looking forward to meeting you and your beloved pets soon!
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
When caring for pets in a client’s home, I focus on maintaining the routines and environment your pet already knows and loves. I follow all instructions closely, whether that means administering medications, preparing special meals, sticking to walk schedules, or providing quiet companionship. I aim to create a calm, consistent atmosphere that feels safe and nurturing, so your pet can relax while you're away. Also, I treat your home with the same respect and care I would my own. I’m clean, organized, and attentive to details, and I always communicate clearly throughout the sit to keep you informed and at ease. If my well-behaved, animal-loving children (ages 8 and 11) accompany me, it’s only with prior agreement, and they are gentle, respectful, and supervised at all times. Above all, I care for each animal as if they were my own, with patience, love, and a genuine commitment to their well-being.
Ratings and reviews
Meredith took great care of Wallaby while we were away! This was her second multiday visit with Wallaby, and it went really well. She was communicative throughout the weekend, sent regular updates and photos, and followed all of his care instructions, including his meds, meals, and exercise. She was also very mindful of his reactivity and worked around it thoughtfully. He can be nervous, but he clearly trusts her. We’d be happy to have her watch Wallaby again!
Thank you so much for helping out with Hugo!
Meredith was wonderful! She was available last minute and flexible with a meet and greet the next day. Our Ahsoka definitely appreciated the walk, companionship, and treat!
A quick visit ahead of our trip. It went smoothly. Meredith sent a check-in message and photo, and they watched some Bob Ross together. Wallaby seemed comfortable with her. It was a good visit to reestablish their familiarity with each other before our trip.
Meredith is the best sitter I’ve found since I moved here- such a lovely person, great communication, great follow-through and sent so many photos of my dog looking super happy doing his normal daily routine, I felt so at ease knowing he was getting enough attention and would definitely seek her out again!
Meredith was amazing. My cat is shy and doesnt usually like other people but he loved Meredith. It was such a relief knowing my pets were in good hands.
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Schedule
Pet care is a natural, joyful part of my everyday rhythm. As a longtime teacher and mom, I’m used to creating routines that are structured yet flexible, making it easy to adapt to the unique needs of each pet and home. Whether it’s morning walks, medication schedules, mealtime routines, or play and snuggle time, I build my days around ensuring animals feel safe, loved, and cared for. Because I’m in a season of life where I have more flexibility, I’m able to be fully present with the pets I care for and enjoy giving them plenty of attention, consistency, and calm companionship throughout the day. It’s more than just a task in my routine; it’s a grounding and fulfilling part of my life that I genuinely enjoy.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsMeredith can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
- It’s important for me to know your pets’ routines, health needs, favorite activities, quirks, and comfort preferences so I can give them consistent, loving, stress-free care!