I'm Cora

Cora's Cat Sitting Astoria

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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

Cora is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Cora's Cat Sitting Astoria

I'm Cora

Cat Sitting in Astoria, NY

Hello hello! My name is Cora! I am a happy owner of a 10-year-old fluff monster named Khloe. She is a foster fail and makes me smile every day. (And LOVES a treat)

I have experience applying flea ointment and administering eye drops, ear drops, oral medicines and pill schedules.

I come from a family of cat lovers/ owners in the Pacific Northwest (Portland, OR)

I have a pretty flexible schedul...
Hello hello! My name is Cora! I am a happy owner of a 10-year-old fluff monster named Khloe. She is a foster fail and makes me smile every day. (And LOVES a treat)

I have experience applying flea ointment and administering eye drops, ear drops, oral medicines and pill schedules.

I come from a family of cat lovers/ owners in the Pacific Northwest (Portland, OR)

I have a pretty flexible schedule to fit your kitty's needs. I am an Art Director by day and use cat time to decompress! This Fall will mark my 5th year living in NYC! I am based in Astoria, and am happy to service my neighbors as well as Long Island City, Ditmars, Astoria Heights, Sunnyside Gardens, Sunnyside, Woodside, Dutch Kills, and Hunter’s Point

Other personal hobbies include cooking, photography, and watching Formula 1

Learn More About Cora

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

I’ve been a Meowtel sitter for nearly 5 years- prior to that, I’d take care of my friend’s kitties while they were away

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

The personalities! Every cat is different, and it cracks me up how each one has a distinct way of communicating their moods

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

I have many regulars that are among my fav. Gus, Burt - Peeps - Dexter, and Momo + Rolly are among my favs

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Yes! Khloe is my girl. She is silly and sweet and pretty rotund. She loves nothing more than treats and a good nap

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?

Ask questions! I’m coming into your space and hanging with your little buddy. I want to make sure you are comfortable with me as much as your cat is.

What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?

We set up an in person meet and greet where I get keys and see the space. I go through all of my standard questions so I make sure I know where everything is and most important, I make sure to introduce myself to the kitties of the house.

How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?

By asking a lot of questions up front and taking notes. Every cat and every household is different, so I make sure I know what’s entailed for each kitty’s needs.

Are you usually available during holidays?

My family lives far away so I’m almost always here for every major holiday. Cats have been a part of my routine for Christmas, Easter, 4th of July and more

What is your favorite cat toy?

And subsequent trash that a cat has become obsessed with. Every cat it seems has a toy that is made out of unconventional objects

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

Get low and slow. As spend a good amount of time on the floor. It makes kitties feel safe when you make yourself small and slowly extend to them. The fastest way to make a new friend is with a treat!


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

Skills:

Foster Parent

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John

John

December 28, 2025

Cora is great! she handled four cats including one meanie and one who needed irregular meds. sent great updates and spent more time than even expected with our babies. they and our house were both in great shape when we returned. will book again!!!

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John

John

April 29, 2026

once again Cora was amazing! went above and beyond to read instructions and provide updates (and pictures)!

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Fiona

Fiona

August 5, 2025

Cora was amazing! She came over to check in not only my cat’s preferred daily food and water, but also ensured her comfort (checking on the litter box, the temperature in the apartment, playing treat games). Cora is so attentive and really made sure my cat was played with and cuddles, and went above and beyond with daily updates to send me peace of mind too! I would highly recommend to anyone, Cora is incredibly caring and my experience with her was so helpful.

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Morgan

Morgan

January 9, 2026

Cora is the best! This is the second time she’s taken care of my cats while I’ve been out of town and they do great with her (even my antisocial hissy one haha). Can’t recommend her enough!

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Samantha

Samantha

August 28, 2025

Cora was awesome! She made it easy to meet before the trip, sent tons of updates with pictures/videos and made my Winston happy while I was gone! will definitely be using her to catsit again!

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Terri

Terri

July 31, 2025

Once again, Cora did a great job watching over my babies. They are shy with strangers but she got them to come out at every visit. She sits with them, gets down on the floor with them and really engages with them. It makes me feel so much better leaving them when I know they are getting real attention while I’m gone.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

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$56.00 / 45min
$75.00 / 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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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.

Astoria cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $31.00. 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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Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)