I'm Dawn

Dawn's Purrfectly Pampered Cat Care

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Meowtel provides customer support 365 days a year to help cat parents feel informed and supported at every step - including before a reservation is made.

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

Dawn is experienced with 4 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Subcutaneous Fluids

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Dawn's Purrfectly Pampered Cat Care

I'm Dawn

Cat Sitting in Albany, NY

Meow ! My name is Dawn and I LOVE cats!

I have 5 cats of my own at home. Purnestine (Tuxedo), Tito (Black Bombay), Roberta (Tortie) – shes in my profile pic with me; and our 2 newest additions (foster failures) Lady Carmella and her kitten Odesza (both Torties). If anyone ever tells you Tortitude isn't real... they are lying ;) They are all rescue cats and I absolutely love them all and spoil them rotten, just like they should be. Tito has to have special UR food, the others eat the same food; Purnestine is a picky Tuxie, and Carmella is a very slow eater ... the others are food scoundrels, so I have a lot of experience in feeding separate diets, as well as feeding separately and supervising...
Meow ! My name is Dawn and I LOVE cats!

I have 5 cats of my own at home. Purnestine (Tuxedo), Tito (Black Bombay), Roberta (Tortie) – shes in my profile pic with me; and our 2 newest additions (foster failures) Lady Carmella and her kitten Odesza (both Torties). If anyone ever tells you Tortitude isn't real... they are lying ;) They are all rescue cats and I absolutely love them all and spoil them rotten, just like they should be. Tito has to have special UR food, the others eat the same food; Purnestine is a picky Tuxie, and Carmella is a very slow eater ... the others are food scoundrels, so I have a lot of experience in feeding separate diets, as well as feeding separately and supervising.

I am a volunteer with Whiskers in Albany mainly working in the free-roaming shelter. I feed, clean up after, and give much needed love and attention to cats of all different breeds and personalities including some shy/not-so friendly ones too.

I am a Physical Therapist so my passion in life is helping other people and helping animals live their best lives! I go above and beyond to ensure I am providing the best care possible to all and often get feedback that I do that which makes me fulfilled.

I know how important it is to know that your cats are being taken care of when you are away. I would take care of your cats the same way I take care of my own and the shelter cats so that you can have the peace of mind that your cats are in trusted hands.

I am an early riser, so I am available for early mornings and evenings after 4/5 pm. I like to be home for the day by 7pm with my own cats so I prefer early evening feeding times. I am also available on weekends all day typically.

Learn More About Dawn

What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?

I have been helping friends and family take care of their cats while they are away or busy all my life ! I have been volunteering at Whiskers cat shelter (over 100 cats) for a few years caring for cats of all personalities and needs (even feral ones).

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love meeting new cats and giving them extra special attention when their humans are away. I enjoy helping others and making the owners have a total sense of trust and confidence that their babies are being well taken care of.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have FIVE !!!! Purnestine Haringway, Tito Grigio, Roberta Moses, Lady Carmella, and Odesza.

Are you usually available during holidays?

Yes ! All of our family are local so we do not travel for holidays and am typically available to sit !

How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?

Get down on their level and lure them with lickable treats on your fingers.. Works almost all the time ;)


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Subcutaneous Fluids

Skills:

Foster Parent Shelter Volunteer

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Alicia

Alicia

October 15, 2025

Dawn was fantastic! My boy is 16, and I always feel very nervous leaving him, but Dawn was great. She checked in with updates at each visit, and was great with giving my cat space since he’s not a “new people” cat. Would recommend her for sure!

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Kathleen

Kathleen

July 4, 2025

Dawn continues to baffle us with her ability to get our fussiest cat to eat and be relatively normal. In addition to being able to do this magic, she's also dependable, kind, and skilled with managing medications. We're grateful we found her.

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Response from Dawn

Aw thank you ! I'm glad that I can make you feel confident while you are away.

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Nancy

Nancy

December 28, 2025

I couldn't have gotten a better cat sitter!! daily updates, on time, pics of my kitties. I know that my girls were safe and well taken care of. Do yourself a favor, for piece of mind hire Dawn for your next getaway.

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Charlie

Charlie

March 18, 2025

Dawn was amazing. She was very attentive to our kitties. In addition to making sure their basic needs were met, she took time to play with them every day and put extra effort into showing our shy cat a little extra love. We were on a lengthy trip abroad and this was our first time using this service so we were nervous. But Dawn communicated consistently, sent pics daily, and really put a lot of effort into making sure our fur babies were well taken care of. This gave us peace of mind so we could enjoy our vacation. We hope to work with Dawn when we travel in the future. 10/10 - would definitely recommend!

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Response from Dawn

Thank you ! XOXO. The pleasure was all mine.

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Ren

Ren

December 29, 2024

she communicated with me well and cleaned up a mess my cat made. got great photos of my cat being a goober as she usually is.

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Kathleen

Kathleen

July 28, 2024

We feel lucky to have met someone like Dawn when searching for someone to deal with both our ancient curmudgeon and our middle-aged fraidy cat. She was attentive to their disparate characters and food needs, but still took time to help with a couple household tasks. She's thoughtful, kind, and detail-oriented, and can you really ask for more in someone to care for your feline masters?

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$24.00 / 20min
$40.00 / 45min
$52.00 / 60min

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Drop in visits rates

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$38.00 / 45min
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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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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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25 reviews
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