I'm Zachary
Zach Of All Trades Catsitting Clifton
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I'm Zachary
Cat Sitting in Clifton, NJ
I grew up in rural South Carolina and there were many strays in the area who needed help. My mother and I took many in, some joined our family permanently, and others we raised and cared for until we were able to find the purrfect forever homes for them. Along with caring for our own cats during my childhood, I also took great joy in catsitting for friends and family members as well as volunteering at local shelters through the 4H club.
At the current moment I have one sweet boy named Kruseman, a very playful and silly orange tabby with a lot of personality... My name is Zach and I have been an avid animal lover all of my life, but cats have always held the most special position in my heart. When I was an infant my grandparents gifted me my first feline friend, a Siamese kitten named Rosco who was the exact same age I was and I cherished growing up with him and celebrating milestones together. As time went on other cats entered my life and I have loved each one dearly.
I grew up in rural South Carolina and there were many strays in the area who needed help. My mother and I took many in, some joined our family permanently, and others we raised and cared for until we were able to find the purrfect forever homes for them. Along with caring for our own cats during my childhood, I also took great joy in catsitting for friends and family members as well as volunteering at local shelters through the 4H club.
At the current moment I have one sweet boy named Kruseman, a very playful and silly orange tabby with a lot of personality. He's been part of my little family since he was a kitten born in the Carolinas and he made the move up here with me. He is the most outgoing, loving, curious cat I've ever met and brings great joy to my family and I every day. With his fascination in playing fetch to wanting to splash around in any water source he sees from the shower to kiddie pools, there's never a dull moment with him around!
My passion for the care of animals has followed me into adulthood and since Rosco there has not been a day of my life where I didn't have at least one feline friend with me. I have worked as a retail manager for the last 5 years since moving to New Jersey, however I am saving up to work towards my goal of becoming an animal physical therapist. Over the years I realized that caring for animals, especially those who are seniors or have conditions that require a little extra help, is where my heart truly lies.
I take Covid protocols seriously and am committed to wearing a mask while in your home and will follow any additional precautions requested as well.
I am a very patient, dedicated, and caring person who finds no greater joy than spending time with animals and making friends with each cat I meet. If you allow me the opportunity to look after your feline friend I can assure you that I will treat them as if they were my own and follow all care instructions with precision and bring nothing but love, respect, and kindness into your home.
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Denise
November 9, 2025
this is the fourth (or fifth) time we’ve booked Zachary, and the longest by far. The only reason we are able to travel and not worry about our kitties is because of him. Zachary is a stellar pet sitter! We are confident they are in good hands, as we see from the daily update messages and pictures/videos that Zachary sends. He completes all tasks as we ask, and more than that, he interacts and plays with the young one, and speaks softly to my scaredy girls. Would definitely use him again and would recommend him to anyone!
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Carly
December 30, 2025
Zachary was so great! We have a very playful and affectionate kitty, and Zachary took the time to make sure he got all the play time and cuddles he needed. He definitely made us feel really at ease while we were spending time away. He was super responsive and sent us plenty of videos and photos as well. We would definitely love to hire him again when we need a sitter!
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Jay
August 17, 2025
Zachary was amazing. My cats were well taken care of & happily adjusted to him. The video updates were cute and showed how much they liked him. He was dedicated even through some personal life events. Great sitter!
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David
May 15, 2025
Zach always takes great care of our four kitties. He sends lots of videos and photos which help reassure us they are doing well and demonstrate how well he gets along with them. Highly recommended!
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David
April 28, 2025
Zach did a great job again watching our four little kitties! He sent great videos showing how they were doing. We could see how well he got along with the kitties which is always a relief when we’re away.
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Denise
September 3, 2024
This was my second time (& longest) booking with Zachary. He is amazing! He clearly loves all kitties and was so patient with my shy kitties. I suggested a game for him to play with one of them and he did and sent me videos! Zachary is extremely dependable and completed all my requests each day. I have no hesitation leaving my kitties in his care, and I would recommend him to anyone!
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Drop in visits rates
Zachary's is 30%
Holiday Surcharge
Due to high demand during holidays, sitters on Meowtel have the option to set their own holiday price increase, which can be found in the rates section of their profiles. If your reservation falls within three (3) days before and/or after a federal holiday, or on the holiday itself, a holiday surcharge, determined by your sitter, will be added to your reservation.
These are the date ranges in 2026 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2026
- January 16-22: MLK Day
- February 13-19: Presidents Day
- May 22-28: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 4-10: Labor Day
- October 9-15: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 23-29: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2027
Zachary's holiday surcharge is 30%.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Reservations officially begin at 12:00 AM in the sitter's time zone on the start date. Cat Parents may cancel within 24 hours of booking and receive a full refund, as long as the reservation has not yet started. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:
- More than 48 hours before the reservation start date: Full refund. The sitter will not receive any earnings.
- 24–48 hours before the reservation start date: 50% refund. The sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings.
- Within 24 hours of the reservation start date (or after it has begun): No refund. The sitter will earn 100% of their planned earnings.
All refunds are initially applied to the Cat Parent's Meowtel Account Balance for use toward a future reservation or tip. Funds may be returned to the original payment method at any time.
Meowtel is a marketplace that connects cat parents with independent sitters. For eligible reservations booked and paid for through Meowtel, the Meowtel Promise explains how we support cat parents if something unexpected comes up.
If it doesn't feel like a purrfect fit after a Meet & Greet or during a reservation, our support team is here to help at 1-844-Meowtel (1-844-636-9835). We'll take time to understand what happened and help you consider next steps, which could include help with a new reservation.
Clifton cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $25.00. Prices depend on visit duration (20, 45, or 60 minutes) and whether you need drop-in visits or overnight stays.
Every cat sitter on Meowtel completes a background check. Ask your sitter about a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can feel comfortable with your sitter before you leave.
Cats are territorial animals and don't do well in new environments. The presence of other cats, dogs, and even birds in kennels or animal hotels cause an immense amount of stress. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.
We recommend booking daily visits to keep your cats in their routine and help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.
Each visit typically includes: feeding, refreshing water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, and any special requests. Ask your sitter about a free Meet & Greet!
Rating breakdown
Denise
November 9, 2025
this is the fourth (or fifth) time we’ve booked Zachary, and the longest by far. The only reason we are able to travel and not worry about our kitties is because of him. Zachary is a stellar pet sitter! We are confident they are in good hands, as we see from the daily update messages and pictures/videos that Zachary sends. He completes all tasks as we ask, and more than that, he interacts and plays with the young one, and speaks softly to my scaredy girls. Would definitely use him again and would recommend him to anyone!
Carly
December 30, 2025
Zachary was so great! We have a very playful and affectionate kitty, and Zachary took the time to make sure he got all the play time and cuddles he needed. He definitely made us feel really at ease while we were spending time away. He was super responsive and sent us plenty of videos and photos as well. We would definitely love to hire him again when we need a sitter!
Jay
August 17, 2025
Zachary was amazing. My cats were well taken care of & happily adjusted to him. The video updates were cute and showed how much they liked him. He was dedicated even through some personal life events. Great sitter!
David
May 15, 2025
Zach always takes great care of our four kitties. He sends lots of videos and photos which help reassure us they are doing well and demonstrate how well he gets along with them. Highly recommended!
David
April 28, 2025
Zach did a great job again watching our four little kitties! He sent great videos showing how they were doing. We could see how well he got along with the kitties which is always a relief when we’re away.
Denise
September 3, 2024
This was my second time (& longest) booking with Zachary. He is amazing! He clearly loves all kitties and was so patient with my shy kitties. I suggested a game for him to play with one of them and he did and sent me videos! Zachary is extremely dependable and completed all my requests each day. I have no hesitation leaving my kitties in his care, and I would recommend him to anyone!
Amy
January 20, 2025
Zachary was fantastic! He even charmed my extra shy cat to come out! I would definitely have Zachary come again!
Deborah
September 5, 2024
We hate having to go away for a couple of days because we miss our cat so much. But knowing that Zach will be coming to visit her makes it okay. Not only has our girl fallen in love with Zach, but his influence has helped her be more social when other people come to visit. She used to immediately hide under the bed anytime someone came into the house. Spending time with Zach has made her more trusting. The exterminator came by today and she didn't run away. Zach's influence on our Diva is obvious and extremely positive.
Deborah
August 21, 2024
Zach is the best cat sitter ever!! Our girl Diva is very shy of strangers and after Zach's first visit she fell in love with him. Sometimes I think she likes him more than us. Lol. She doesn't really liked to be picked up but she's good when Zach does it. He truly is a cat whisperer.
Brittney
September 11, 2022
Zach did an exceptional job sitting for our cats. He followed the feeding routine we left perfectly. I was pleasantly surprised with how all 5 of my cats warmed up to him in such a small amount of time. This experience made my time away so much more relaxing knowing that each cat had quality time and affection. Zach’s up dates went above and beyond. He took photos and gave me a thorough description of all my cats temperaments. If your looking for the best cat sitter I would highly recommend Zachary
Valeria
July 22, 2022
Zach has been by far the best sitter I have ever had. You can tell he is a cat lover, very attentive and loving. His updates were always super detailed. He also had no issues bringing my cat to the vet for a problem, putting extra time and effort for caring about her. 100% recommended!
Lisa
October 13, 2021
This was my first time using a service for cat sitting and initially I was very apprehensive. Once I met Zach, I immediately felt at ease. He could not have been more reassuring and understanding regarding my concerns about leaving Tippy (for the first time since her adoption) in the care of a virtual stranger. He truly went above and beyond when he was cat sitting. He gave me extensive and detailed reports daily regarding my cat's well-being and sent pictures and videos to me in real time for every visit. He arrived promptly every day, reported in to me on arrival and then sent a summary of the visit aftterwards. When I returned from my trip, there was a nice note and some baloons to welcome me home! Zach's cat care was amazing because he clearly loves cats, and even though Tippy has behavior issues (she was the shelter cat no one wanted -- I am her 5th and FINAL home) Zach dealt with it like a true professional. I cannot recommend him enough and I will definitely use his services for future travel. I believe it is important to be very detail oriented to do this job well, but Zach is also a good person (and you can sense that the moment you meet him) and so I never felt a moment of worry or concern while I was away. Zach should get ALL THE STARS!
Amanda
June 30, 2022
I can't say enough good things about Zach! He constantly goes above and beyond. My fiance and I have two older, medically complex cats, and Zach has been an absolute rock star with them. AND he's somehow managed to get the most amazing pictures of our cats that we've ever seen - we've had them printed and framed for our living room. On top of all that, he's easily the nicest person I've ever met. Every time I book with Zach, I know my boys are in the absolutely best hands.
Deborah
February 28, 2024
Our cat is normally shy around strangers and she just loves Zach. She even lets him pick her up. My husband thinks that Zach must be a cat whisperer because if anyone else comes over she hides under the bed. For Zach, she waits in the window and follows him around during the entire visit.
Denise
February 12, 2024
I’m so impressed with Zachary! Right from the start at our Meet & Greet, he was terrific. We talked through the schedule and he was so accommodating. Then when we were away, he provided amazing and thorough updates and pictures. He spent time with my shy kitties and I so appreciate that. He did everything we discussed and I did not have to worry while I was away. 5 stars all the way!!
Deborah
January 1, 2024
This was our first time using Meowtel and hiring Zachary and he far exceeded any expectations that we had. Our cat is extremely shy with strangers and we felt she would probably spend all of the visits hiding under the bed, but Zachary was patient with her so n the first day and by day two she came out from under the bed pretty quickly. On every visit after that she was waiting for him near the door. He sent so many wonderful photos and videos that we knew she was in great hands. We will definitely hire Zachary again the next time we go on vacation.
Jeff
September 5, 2022
We were so impressed with Zach! He did an amazing job with our cats, they felt so loved while we were gone and . He really played, pet and took care of them while he was here and took the so many video and photos that we knew the cats were being well cared for. Loved how well Zach communicated! A+++
Rachael
October 16, 2023
Zachary was a wonderful sitter! He was patient with our cats as they warmed up and playful with them as soon as they were ready. He sent so many great pics and videos and was a pleasure to communicate with! Can’t recommend him enough!
Katie
August 18, 2022
Zachary is always prompt and efficient! He comes when he says he will and spends time with our cat getting to know him. He also sends a ton of pix! Which all gives me peace of mind while traveling!
Billy
March 18, 2024
Absolutely the best sitter I have used! I cannot recommend Zachary enough!! He provided amazing and thorough updates while we were gone, including lots of great pictures and videos. The piece of mind that he offered allowed us to enjoy our vacation knowing that our little ones were safe and well taken care of. I will not hesitate to use Zachary again!
Katie
September 9, 2022
Zachary is great with our cat Tucker. He learned Tucker's routine quickly and spends quality time with him! He keeps me informed as well! It makes going away that much more pleasant knowing our cat is in good hands!
Deborah
February 26, 2025
Zach is incredible. I doubt we could ever find someone else as caring and conscientious. He treats our cat as if she was his own which is incredibly important to us. Our cat doesn't usually warm up to people. In fact she usually hides when someone stops by, but she treats Zach like he's part of our family. I can't say enough good things about him.
Deborah
February 26, 2026
Zach is so exceptionally conscientious that he wanted to try to check on our cat in the middle of the blizzard. We are so thankful that Zach is our catsitter because he loves our cat as much as we do and treats her like she was his own.
Rachael
February 28, 2024
This was our second time booking with Zachary and we couldn’t be happier. He charmed both our cats and kept us posted throughout our trip. Can’t recommend enough!
Derek
August 1, 2023
3rd time trusting Zach with my cat, never disappoints. My cat, Mimi, knows who he is at this point and is always happy when ge stops by when I’m away. He really takes great care doing this and my cat is always in good hands when I’m away. Tell a friend to tell a friend!
Denise
September 1, 2025
Zachary is the best cat sitter! He’s cared for my cats multiple times now and always gives top notch care and service. We look forward to his updates and pictures and it’s obvious that he really loves kitties. I would recommend him to everyone without hesitation!
Zane
July 28, 2024
Zach was a perfect cat sitter for my two cats while I was away on vacation for 2 weeks.
Raquel
November 27, 2023
As always, Zach was a fantastic sitter for our cats! We love knowing we have peace of mind when we go out of town with Zach caring for them!
Liza
August 22, 2022
Zach is the absolute best! He is responsible and has great communication. He sent tons of pictures and videos every day. My cats love him, even my shy girl. He is a perfect sitter
David
September 23, 2024
Zachary was great with our 4 kitties. He sent a very thorough update with lots of videos and photos so we could see they were doing well. We also saw firsthand how well he interacted with the cats. Highly recommended!
Raquel
March 24, 2023
Zach was awesome! Great communication throughout the time he took care of our cats (and fish)! Would definitely recommend to anyone for a fantastic cat sitter, and we will absolutely call him again!
Katie
July 8, 2022
The reservation went very smoothly (and on short notice too!). You can tell Zachary is a cat lover! He sent updates and numerous photos of our cats while we were out of town. I greatly appreciated him!
Hayley
March 26, 2024
Zach is everything you would want in an cat sitter, and more! I am so glad I found him!
Derek
May 25, 2023
Zach has watched my cat for me twice now and does a great job. Very friendly and professional.
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Denise
February 10, 2026
Zachary is a wonderful cat sitter and always my first choice. I’ve been his client for 2 years and each time I am impressed with the quality of care and concern he shows for my kitty family. I highly recommend him.
Kimmi
November 21, 2025
Kimmi
November 8, 2025
Kimmi
October 28, 2025
Deborah
August 21, 2025
Zach is the best cat sitter. Our girl Diva loves him.
Kimmi
August 1, 2025
Kimmi
July 25, 2025
Zachary is so loving and wonderful with my cats! They love him! And he’s very communicative! Highly recommend!
Amy
July 9, 2025
Yi
May 26, 2025
Michael
May 23, 2025
Sanjidah
May 21, 2025
Sanjidah
May 21, 2025
Yi
March 15, 2025
Michael
December 17, 2024
William
December 1, 2024
Billy
September 9, 2024
Jill
August 30, 2024
Michael
June 7, 2024
Wonderful cat tender! In all aspects. Diligent, sincere and caring.
Annie
May 29, 2024
Rachael
April 6, 2024
Jill
March 24, 2024
Tom
October 23, 2023
Steve
August 16, 2023
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Zachary is a cat sitter in the Clifton area. His profile has been verified and his references have been checked by Meowtel.
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