Our Mission Statement
At Miss Kitty Poppins we believe all cats are royalty and should be treated as such.
We dream of a world where every cat enjoys a loving home and a pampered life. Until that day, we’re committed to offering the highest level of care to the select feline clients entrusted to us.
Every cat has its own rhythm, quirks, and preferences. True care goes beyond clean bowls and tidy litter—it’s about trust, intuition, and forming a meaningful bond. Our goal is to provide high-quality, unobtrusive service that fits seamlessly into each household’s lifestyle, allowing our clients to focus on work, travel, or rest—knowing their cat is in calm, capable hands.
Inspired daily by the elegance, complexity, and charm of cats, we blend professionalism with genuine affection—and definitely have fun along the way! Follow us on Instagram for a peek behind the scenes and our upcoming feline-inspired merchandise.
Meet Your Cat Lovers
Leslie
Founder
After moving to Silicon Valley, Leslie recognized a need for dependable, high-quality feline care and founded MKP in December 2017.
With years of professional experience—including nearly a decade serving clients across the South Bay, San Francisco, and Silicon Valley—Leslie brings discretion, consistency, and emotional intelligence to every assignment. Her clientele ranges from busy professionals and families to high-profile individuals and prominent tech executives.
She has held long-term, high-trust roles within private estates, most notably providing twice-daily care for a Silicon Valley executive’s senior cats—working seamlessly with estate managers, personal assistants, and household staff. While not a licensed veterinary technician, she specializes in attentive, observational care and collaborates closely with veterinary teams to follow medical directives precisely.
Operating with complete confidentiality, professionalism, and adaptability, Leslie treats every cat as if they were her own. Her mission is to deliver peace of mind in high-pressure environments through reliable, compassionate care tailored to each household’s rhythm and expectations.
She is fully insured and bonded, and a proud member of Professional United Pet Sitters (PUPS) and Pet Sitters Associates. At home— she’s a devoted cat mom to Meena and Twinkle. Leslie is also a professional illustrator with a focus on editorial portraiture—and loves exploring new places when the opportunity arises.
Photo: Best street art in Barcelona.
Marina
Assistant
Marina is the on‑call assistant at Miss Kitty Poppins and a devoted feline advocate. From the moment her parents welcomed a kitten into their home before she was born, she’s understood that every cat has a story—and deserves personalized care and recognition.
She holds a B.S. in Animal Science from UC Davis and credentials as a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) and has been serving animals of all kinds since 2020. Her hands‑on experience spans volunteer work at the San Jose Animal Shelter, positions in local dog and cat clinics, and most recently, specialized care for exotic species—birds, reptiles, and pocket pets alike.
Originally from Redwood City and raised in Fremont, she’s called Menlo Park home since 2019. As part of our feline concierge team, she brings professionalism, compassion, and meticulous attention to every visit. She has two sweet boy kitties of her own—George (named after Curious George and just as curious!) and Theodore (aka Teddy, a snack enthusiast)—both are cuddle bugs and the loves of her life. She looks forward to treating your kitties with the same warmth, discretion, and loyalty they deserve.
Photo: Marina and her sweet George
Gwen
Our logo, inspiration and queen. In loving memory.
2000 - 2016