I'm Kristin

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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:

Litter box cleaning
Feeding
Water refresh
A text update with at least 1 photo
Playtime and belly rubs

Kristin is experienced with 4 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Inhalers

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I'm Kristin

Cat Sitting in Albany, NY

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...
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:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Inhalers

Skills:

Foster Parent T-N-R Shelter Volunteer

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Dan And Amanda

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.

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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! ❤️

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Alanna

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

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

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.

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Response 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

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

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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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$25.00 / 20min
$38.00 / 45min
$50.00 / 60min
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Trust & Safety

Every reservation is backed by the Meowtel Promise, giving you and your cat world-class customer support every step of the way.

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.

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Featured Cat Sitters Near Albany, NY

  • Kristin in the Albany area brings over 15 years as a cat owner, with three kitties of her own: Pepper (kidney disease, asthma, cancer survivor), Ellie, and Violet. She’s background-checked, accepts new clients, and is a Speedy Sitter/Quick Response Time 🐾. Medication skills include pills, topical ointments, and eye/ear drops, plus quiet support for anxious cats with Churu. 🐱 She usually works weekends and holidays and travels across the Capital Region.

    Trusted cat care in Albany 🐱
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    Nora is a Top 1% sitter, offering overnight care and expertly managing specialized medical needs like insulin injections 😸. Always warm and dependable, they treat your cats just like their own family 🐾.

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  • Dawn in Albany, NY brings her own torties and tuxie crew, plus hands-on Whiskers shelter care for 100+ cats. Medication skills include pills, drops, topical ointments, and subQ fluids. Very fast responses with weekend and holiday availability, plus new clients welcome 🐾🐱

    Tender care, daily updates 🐱
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  • With over 20 years of loving experience, this dedicated cat parent treats every visitor like family. Expert in medication with a gentle, observant touch, they offer peace of mind through updates. 🐾🐱 Highly attentive care for all personality types ensures your precious feline feels safe and sound while you are away.

    Family-style care for cats 🐾
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  • Emily in Schenectady, NY brings personalized care for her 6 cats (Clay, Hazel, Tilly, Milo, Storm) and reads body language to match every personality. Background-checked, very fast, with topical ointments and eye/ear drops skills, overnight and weekend visits, plus holiday availability. New clients welcome, 10% off 🐾

    Trustworthy care, quick updates 🐱
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  • Dianne brings about eight years of cat sitting to Albany, NY, with calm, slow introductions for timid or anxious kitties and routine-focused care. Background-checked, very fast to reply, and great with new clients. Weekends and holidays, too. Regular photo updates too. move at their pace 🧶🐱

    Gentle care for shy cats 🐱
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  • With a lifetime of feline devotion, Jodie offers gentle care for all temperaments. From playful companionship to expert medical support including injections, they treat every guest like royalty. 🐱✨

    Passionate care for your cat 🐾
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  • This lifelong cat lover is expert at supporting shy cats and those requiring special medication. With experience caring for all life stages, they ensure thorough, attentive care while you are away. 🐱✨

    Top-tier care for every personality 🐾
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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!

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