r/AustinClassifieds 18h ago

Seeking Service Cat Sitting Exchange?

Hey all! I am traveling Sept 18-28ish. I live in 78704 near Radio and have two wonderful cats that I love dearly. I have tried the local drop-in sitting services and the more serious live-in sitting services (trusted house sitters, etc.), and I can only ask my friends to cat sit so often (I am traveling quite a bit this year and they have stepped up already).

Any fellow cat lovers that would up for an exchange? Just looking for a daily drop-in (small list of duties such as litter scoop, a wet food feeding, and fountain refill, and maybe some porch time) and if you are so inclined, maybe hanging out with them for a few hours as well. I have had cats my whole life so I think I would be a great sitter for your little fur babies in return.

If anyone is interested please let me know. Happy to chat more to see if it would be a good fit. I figure that in all of South Austin there must be someone else that would also prefer a cheaper and more loving cat sitting service via mutual exchange :). Thank you!

Also, if you cannot do all 10 days, I am happy to pay someone for the other days or bother a friend again.

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u/i-lovecurling 15h ago

Not to hijack your post but would love for a similar set up in north austin!

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u/essdiel 15h ago

How north are you? I'm over in Pflugerville! I've got a sitter for my dog, but it'd be a trek for our regular sitter to stop by since we relocated

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u/pdxan 7h ago

Also north here (Hyde Park). Let me know if you'd be interested in a potential sit swap!

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u/NumerousStomach3376 15h ago

I live north, but whenever I travel I use Meowtel! Specifically Alex, I've never had any issues and always feel safe and comfortable leaving my cats in her care.

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u/Responsible_Dig_9910 9h ago

They are great!

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u/Psychological-Taro14 12h ago

I'm literally leaving Sept 6th-13th, live down the street from Radio on Manchaca, have two cats, and am looking for similar.

Possible exchange?

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u/softer-roses 16h ago

I might be able to help out! I’ll DM you.

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u/zydecogirlmimi 15h ago

You can dm me for support. I also live in the area and it seems like you have takers but if you need more help

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u/Responsible_Dig_9910 9h ago

I'm in that zip code and have two angels myself. I usually use moewtel and they have been amazing!

I'm going to be out of town myself the 17-21st or I would gladly take you up on the offer

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u/MountainPeak94 8h ago

My partner and I have 2 cats as well and would love to be part of the network. Feel free to DM me! 😊

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u/WildHoneyChild 16h ago

I'm available from the 22nd through the 28th, I work nearby and have a long lunch break :)

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u/anomarlly 14h ago

I DM'd you!

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u/Ecstatic-Fondant-737 14h ago

Another fellow cat owner whose willing! 🙋‍♀️

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u/poppygloria42069 13h ago

I’d be willing! Currently pregnant and bored lol

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u/oh-okayok 10h ago

You shouldn’t scoop cat litter pregnant btw

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u/Diamond-monster 7h ago

Adding to the list, live in South Austin with three cats. If anyone is looking for a south austin cat sitter exchange then hit me up!

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u/bucket_of_dopamine 2h ago

Hi! I am interested.

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u/bucket_of_dopamine 2h ago

I am interested. I live south and I'm a veterinarian, so I definitely am a fan of kitties!

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u/Old-Set78 1h ago

make sure you vette someone you're giving a key to your house...

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u/brainpea 8h ago

Trustedhouaesitters on the appstore