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I'm Kristin
Cat Sitting in Albany, NY
My name is Kristin, and I am an experienced cat owner of over 15 years and have loved cats for my entire life. I have three kitties - my senior orange girl, Pepper, who is a cancer survivor with kidney disease and asthma; Ellie, a dilute calico; and Violet, a gray tabby foster fail - who are my absolute world. So I COMPLETELY understand the stress of finding someone to watch your babies when you are out of town! I've been professionally catsitting since the fall of 2025, but I have been the go-to catsitter for friends and family for many years.
In addition to my own three resident cats, I volunteer at a cat shelter, foster, and am involved in cat rescue, particularly... Hello cat parents!
My name is Kristin, and I am an experienced cat owner of over 15 years and have loved cats for my entire life. I have three kitties - my senior orange girl, Pepper, who is a cancer survivor with kidney disease and asthma; Ellie, a dilute calico; and Violet, a gray tabby foster fail - who are my absolute world. So I COMPLETELY understand the stress of finding someone to watch your babies when you are out of town! I've been professionally catsitting since the fall of 2025, but I have been the go-to catsitter for friends and family for many years.
In addition to my own three resident cats, I volunteer at a cat shelter, foster, and am involved in cat rescue, particularly spaying/neutering feral community cats (TNVR) - so I am very comfortable with cats of all kinds and temperaments!
While I am watching your cats, you can trust that they are in excellent and capable hands. I will treat your kitties as if they were my own! You can enjoy your trip or vacation knowing that everything at home is taken care of - accidents, barf, hairballs, medication, whatever! - all while receiving cute pictures, videos, and updates on your babies. My goal is to make sure that not only are your kitties completely comfortable, safe, and well-cared for, but to also give YOU the peace of mind that you deserve!
I am located in the Albany area but am willing to travel to various parts of the Capital Region area. I work a "typical" Monday to Friday schedule but I have very flexible hours and could pop by during the day to visit your kitties if needed, depending on your location. I can also provide care for other small animals, collect mail and packages, and water your plants!
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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I LOVE meeting new kitties! Every cat has their own quirky personality and no two are alike, it's truly awesome. I also know how stressful it can be to try and arrange care for pets, so I also really enjoy being able to provide peace of mind to pet parents.
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
Ideally, I'd love to have a meet and greet with you and your cats to assess their needs and ensure we are a good match. It is also very important that we discuss your expectations of me, so that I can provide the best possible service for you and your cat! I want you to be as comfortable with me as possible, so I welcome any chance to answer questions! Of course, I understand that meet and greets beforehand aren't always possible or you have to leave for a trip unexpectedly. In that case, a brief phone call "meeting" works too!
What is your favorite cat toy?
Any type of wand! My cats go crazy for them and I love when clients have cat wands for us to play with! Although I'm also a sucker for a catnip banana 🍌
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I work in a cat shelter that houses many nervous and shy cats. Talking sweetly, quietly, while moving slowly and deliberately is important - no sudden, scary movements. I will often sit quietly on the floor and let the cat interact with me on their own terms, even if that takes hours or multiple visits. And Churu helps - everyone loves Churu!
Medication Experience:
Skills:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Kristin is experienced with 4 types of medications
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Dan And Amanda
January 2, 2026
We could not have asked for a better cat sitter. We signed up for Meowtel a few years ago, but always hesitated to actually use it - concerns about a stranger in our home, whether they would really take good care of our cat, yada yada. Those fears melted away when we met Kristin. You know those people you meet, and you’re struck by how much they love cats, and you get the sense that they’d do almost anything to help a feline in need? That’s Kristin. We were also thoroughly impressed by her professionalism and competence. From one meet-and-greet visit, she knew exactly how our cat needed to be cared for and came through in spades during the subsequent eighteen (!) visits. It’s difficult to imagine someone more dedicated; she showed up and looked after our cat during a snowstorm, then during an ice storm, also on New Year’s Eve night, and even on Christmas morning. We would book her again without hesitation.
Read moreResponse from Kristin
What an incredibly kind and thoughtful review - thank you so much, Dan and Amanda! I am so happy that I was able to help and I hope to see Leela again in the future, she is a doll! ❤️
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Alanna
This month
Kristin was completely professional and a delight to take care of our pets while we were away for the weekend. She listened avidly to instruction and sent detailed updates with pictures and video to ensure all was well during the care-period. Our family will definitely be using her services again and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter for a multi-pet home!
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Meredith
October 22, 2025
I had not heard of Meowtel until I went looking for a cat sitter. I hired Kristin and she did a super job taking care of my 2 cats! She gave detailed updates (including photos) after each visit. She's friendly, professional, and obviously quite experienced at caring for cats. She's definitely a "cat person." :)
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Kathleen
December 23, 2025
Kristin was excellent! It's hard leaving your pet but from the beginning she made me feel comfortable. She really took the small but significant extra steps to make me and my kitty comfortable. She's also cared for my space. Great pictures too. Will definitely use her again.
Read moreResponse from Kristin
Thank you so much Kathleen! It was such a pleasure to hang out with Chimera, she is a sweetie! ❤️
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Dawn
November 23, 2025
Kristin was FANTASTIC !!! She handled my 5 cats and their quirks (and litter boxes lol) with ease and cat expertise. By the end of the week she and my shy girl were friends. She sent us lots of great pictures every day and updates. I am so happy to have found her and I will most certainly be using her for all my cat sitting needs in the future.
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Stephen
October 9, 2025
Kristin has been very helpful at giving my cat her pills and is very good with Bailey. I wouldn’t say she is at a full vet tech level of cat-pulling but she is certainly many levels higher than me.
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Drop in visits rates
Kristin's is 20%
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
Kristin's holiday surcharge is 20%.
Drop in visits rates
Kristin's is 20%
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
Kristin's holiday surcharge is 20%.
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If it doesn't feel like the right fit at the Meet & Greet, or if you have any concerns during the reservation, please call 1-844-MEOWTEL (1-844-636-9835) so we can help you re-book with another sitter.
Memorial Day is coming up soon (May 25th, 2026)
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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.
Albany cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $29.00. 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
Dan And Amanda
January 2, 2026
We could not have asked for a better cat sitter. We signed up for Meowtel a few years ago, but always hesitated to actually use it - concerns about a stranger in our home, whether they would really take good care of our cat, yada yada. Those fears melted away when we met Kristin. You know those people you meet, and you’re struck by how much they love cats, and you get the sense that they’d do almost anything to help a feline in need? That’s Kristin. We were also thoroughly impressed by her professionalism and competence. From one meet-and-greet visit, she knew exactly how our cat needed to be cared for and came through in spades during the subsequent eighteen (!) visits. It’s difficult to imagine someone more dedicated; she showed up and looked after our cat during a snowstorm, then during an ice storm, also on New Year’s Eve night, and even on Christmas morning. We would book her again without hesitation.
Response from Kristin
What an incredibly kind and thoughtful review - thank you so much, Dan and Amanda! I am so happy that I was able to help and I hope to see Leela again in the future, she is a doll! ❤️
Alanna
This month
Kristin was completely professional and a delight to take care of our pets while we were away for the weekend. She listened avidly to instruction and sent detailed updates with pictures and video to ensure all was well during the care-period. Our family will definitely be using her services again and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter for a multi-pet home!
Meredith
October 22, 2025
I had not heard of Meowtel until I went looking for a cat sitter. I hired Kristin and she did a super job taking care of my 2 cats! She gave detailed updates (including photos) after each visit. She's friendly, professional, and obviously quite experienced at caring for cats. She's definitely a "cat person." :)
Kathleen
December 23, 2025
Kristin was excellent! It's hard leaving your pet but from the beginning she made me feel comfortable. She really took the small but significant extra steps to make me and my kitty comfortable. She's also cared for my space. Great pictures too. Will definitely use her again.
Response from Kristin
Thank you so much Kathleen! It was such a pleasure to hang out with Chimera, she is a sweetie! ❤️
Dawn
November 23, 2025
Kristin was FANTASTIC !!! She handled my 5 cats and their quirks (and litter boxes lol) with ease and cat expertise. By the end of the week she and my shy girl were friends. She sent us lots of great pictures every day and updates. I am so happy to have found her and I will most certainly be using her for all my cat sitting needs in the future.
Stephen
October 9, 2025
Kristin has been very helpful at giving my cat her pills and is very good with Bailey. I wouldn’t say she is at a full vet tech level of cat-pulling but she is certainly many levels higher than me.
Dianne
This month
Kristin took care of my girls so well during my trip! She was very sweet, attentive, and caring! 💓I could tell my girls were comfortable with her!
Dianne
This week
Dianne
This week
Susan
February 7, 2026
Isabella really enjoyed the visits and brushing. I highly recommend this sitter!
Joseph
February 2, 2026
Stephen
January 23, 2026
Meredith
January 20, 2026
Emily
December 29, 2025
Taylor
October 14, 2025
Stephen
October 12, 2025
Stephen
October 6, 2025
Stephen
October 3, 2025
Jenn
September 8, 2025
Kristin is an amazing cat sitter. When I’ve had her watch my babies while I’ve been out of town, I’ve always felt like they were in good hands. As a cat parent herself, Kristin is kind, caring, and would do anything for her cats. She treats your cats like she would treat her own. She always sends pictures when she stops by too which is a nice touch.
Kea
September 8, 2025
Kristin is one of the most selfless people I have the privilege of knowing. She is gentle, kind, patient, reliable, compassionate, and truly just a rare breed. She cares for all living things, whether that be people, animals, or her plants. Kristin is one of the most good-natured & good-hearted people of which I am personally acquainted and I am so thankful I get to call her friend (she’s also a top-notch 5+/5 star cat-sitter)! (:
Meowtel
September 8, 2025
Kristin is a background-checked cat sitter in the Albany area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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