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I'm Kate And Tim

A cat sitter in Astoria, NY

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I'm Kate And Tim | Cat Sitting in Astoria, NY

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

Kate has been cat-sitting since she was 16, giving me over 10 years of experience. Tim grew up with cats. We’ve cared for cats of all ages and personalities, ensuring they receive the best care and attention while their owners are away.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

What we enjoy most about cat sitting is getting to know each cat's unique personality and quirks. Building trust and forming a bond with them brings us immense joy, and we love ensuring they feel safe, loved, and happy while their owners are away.

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

One of my favorite cat-sitting reservations was with a shy tabby named Luna. Initially, she was very timid and would hide under the bed. I spent extra time each day, sitting quietly and offering treats, letting her come to me at her own pace. By the end of the week, Luna was curling up in my lap and purring contentedly. Seeing her transformation and knowing I helped her feel comfortable and safe was incredibly rewarding.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Yes, we have a kitty of my own! His name is Chuck, and he’s a 7-year-old fully orange boy full of cuddles and personality. Chuck brightens our days with his playful antics and affectionate nature.

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

When looking to hire a cat sitter, we recommend the following: Meet and Greet: Arrange a meet and greet to ensure the sitter and your cat get along well. Experience and References: Check the sitter's experience and ask for references or reviews from previous clients. Communication: Make sure the sitter provides regular updates and photos while you're away. Emergency Plan: Ensure the sitter knows what to do in case of an emergency and has access to your vet’s contact information. Compatibility: Choose a sitter who understands and respects your cat's unique personality and needs. Finding the right sitter can make a world of difference for your peace of mind and your cat’s happiness!

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

Either Kate or Kate and Tim will come over for a meet-and-greet, and we will discuss your cat's needs and anything else we need to know about your home. We will also check on emergency contacts and try the key on your door to make sure it works well! We want to make sure you feel comfortable and safe. We can't wait to love your kitties!

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

To ensure the safety and security of the cats and the home while cat-sitting, we follow these practices: Home Security: we lock all doors and windows after each visit and am cautious about not letting any pets escape. Clear Instructions: We follow your specific instructions for your cat's care and any safety protocols you have in place. Emergency Contacts: We keep a list of emergency contacts, including your vet and any backup contacts, readily available. Regular Updates: We provide regular updates and photos, so you’re always informed about your cat’s well-being and any potential issues. Respect Boundaries: We respect your home and belongings, ensuring that everything is left as you found it. These steps help create a safe and secure environment for both your cats and your home.

Are you usually available during holidays?

Yes, we are usually available during the holidays. While Kate is generally not free for Christmas, Tim will be! Since Kate work remotely and Tim has a flexible schedule, feel free to reach out to discuss your specific needs and schedule!

What is your favorite cat toy?

My favorite cat toy is Chuck’s mermouse with feathers! He absolutely loves it, and it’s always a joy to watch him pounce and play. The feathers make it extra exciting and engaging for him, keeping him active and entertained.

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

For cats that are particularly timid or anxious, we take a gentle and patient approach: Slow Introduction: We start by giving them space and allowing them to come to me on their own terms, avoiding sudden movements or loud noises. Calm Environment: We maintain a calm and quiet environment to help them feel secure and reduce stress. Comfort Items: We use familiar items from their home, like blankets or toys, to provide comfort and a sense of security. Positive Reinforcement: We use treats and soft, reassuring voices to build trust and encourage positive interactions. Respect Boundaries: We respect their boundaries and never force interactions, allowing them to adjust at their own pace.

Kate And Tim's Reviews

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Christina

Kate and Tim were great! Communication was quick and response time was minimal. Jerry clearly enjoyed his play time and their updates during their visit with Jerry were very detailed! I would absolutely feel comfortable booking with them again!

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Brandon

always great communicators, sending me pics of the food and water bowl, making sure everything is working. couldn't ask for better pics of my Oscar!

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Antonio

Kate and Tim are the best!

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April 23, 2025
Julia

Kate and Tim did a fantastic job of watching our cat Bagel. Notably, they pointed out that a flower arrangement in our home contained lillies (which we didn't realize), which are toxic to cats. Kate and Tim removed the flowers so it was out of reach of our cat. We're very grateful!

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April 22, 2025
Peter

Kate and Tim were phenomenal. They took amazing care of Luna, gave us great updates and were very easy to work with. Would highly recommend!

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April 16, 2025
Raquel

great as usual!

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February 20, 2025
Antonio

Another great sitting service by Kate & Tim! Bootsie loves them and they did a great job with her as always.

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February 17, 2025
Aisha

Kate & Tim were absolutely fantastic. I was a bit nervous leaving my cats as this was the first time I had to hire a cat sitter. Kate & Tim were great with providing regular updates and lots of photos and videos. I was immediately put at ease after the first visit and able to enjoy my vacation stress free. I would highly recommend them, especially for shy kitties. My younger cat is very nervous around new people, but came out of hiding the second day!

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January 30, 2025
Suzette

My other cat sitter wasn’t available so I chose Kate and she didn’t disappoint. All went smoothly and with each update I felt at ease being away knowing our little king was in very good hands and care. I would definitely recommend Kate and Tim and will reserve with them again.

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January 7, 2025
Lauren

Kate and Tim were amazing caring for my cat! Tim came the first day and Olive was very shy, so Kate came the next day and got Olive to come out and be cuddly. They were super accommodating with giving me a refund for a day I no longer needed care and amazing overall! Would highly recommend.

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December 29, 2024
Brandon

Kate and Tim were awesome, communicative, and excellent cat whisperers who instantly became friends with my furry buddy.

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December 22, 2024
Elena

As always, Kate proved to be a purr-fect companion to our cats, while we were away! We came back to happy kitties and could have a relaxing time away, knowing they were in great hands!

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December 9, 2024
Wilfredo

Kate and Tim are great cat sitters. They are professional, caring, personable and reliable. And the updates and photos are great.

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December 1, 2024
Brooke

kate was so lovely and Matilda had a great time being looked after her!

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November 30, 2024
Evan

Second time booking Kate and Tim. They took my request on a short notice which I really appreciated. They’re amazing cat sitters and give me peace of mind about the wellbeing of my cats. I’ll definitely keep booking them.

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October 23, 2024
Dara

Kate and Tim are the fourth cat sitters I’ve booked on Meowtel and they were absolutely on top of everything I asked for and more! They were responsive, observant, and left two very happy cats in my home to great me.

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October 21, 2024
Evan

Tim and Kate were really nice with my two female cats. They were attentive to the instructions I gave them and sent me detailed updates right after their visit. Will definitely use their services again if I ever need to.

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October 6, 2024
Antonio

Had a great experience with Kate and Tim! Sent great updates and photos and had nice visits with my cat. I was away on vacation and had a last minute flight cancellation, resulting in me needing them to make an extra last minute visit. They were so flexible with this and amazing to work with!

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September 27, 2024
Camille

This is my second time booking Kate and Tim to sit for my two little stinkers! They are phenomenal cat sitters and it’s so clear how much they care about the pets they sit. They alerted me right away that my two boys were not eating as much as normal during a visit and we brainstormed a solution together. I also got the best photos ever - seriously considering framing some of them! I feel safe heading out on trips because I know how well taken care of my boys will be.

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September 25, 2024
Katya

Kate & Tim were very responsible & kind, making sure all is well and took care of everything I had asked & more! couldn’t recommend more.

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September 16, 2024
Raquel

Kate was so great - clearly experienced, got my very shy cat out of his shell, went above and beyond to make my return easy. thank you Kate!

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August 28, 2024
Camille

Kate was fantastic with my two little boys! She gave great updates with lots of photos and videos everyday. She even got my shy guy, Meatball, to come and say hello! I will 10000% be booking with Kate in the future.

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August 26, 2024
Elena

Kate was such a great cat sitter! She stayed overnight, took care of Stella & Luna, tending to each of their separate needs, with care and attention. She was able to get their trust, feeding them attentively to their taste and adapting to each of their preferences. She played with them, brushed them, cuddled them and sent us photos, to keep us posted! We felt so much better knowing that our kitties were taken care of and happy: we came home to 2 kitties that were calm and serene, not stressed at all. Thank you Kate! We will definetely work with you again! To mention that she also took great care of our apartment as well.

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August 19, 2024
Chelsea

She is just the best!! Was so amazing with my cats, I've never seen them come right to a stranger! Gave me such peace of mind and is a very lovely human, 10/10 will use again and suggest to everyone! Thank you so much!!

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October 3, 2022
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Kathryn Taylor is a cat sitter in the Astoria area. Her profile has been verified and her references have been checked by Meowtel.

July 2, 2022
Ryan

Another successful sit for our cats with Kate. They threw her some curveballs (hairballs) but she kept everything in order and everyone content until we got home. Happy cats!

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July 9, 2021
Ryan

We are so happy to have found Kate. She is great with our cats and understands cat person speak. Highly recommended!!!

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July 9, 2021
Jason

Kate did an excellent job. Felt very comfortable with her while I was out of town.

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June 10, 2021
Delano

Kate was a joy to work with and very professional in her communication with us. Would certainly work with her again.

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May 23, 2021
Aurora

Kate is awesome. She was very communicative and looked after my two sphynx wonderfully. I’d definitely hire her again!

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May 12, 2021
Christoff

Kate is a great sittter. Used her multiple time with no issues, you cat will be in safe hands.

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July 10, 2020
Jennifer

Perfect! I couldn't have asked for a more compassionate, sweet and reliable person to take care of my babies. The boys enjoyed her love and attention while mom was gone.

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June 24, 2020
Christoff

Second time using Kate's services. She has been great both times.

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June 15, 2020
Ana

Kate is an amazing sitter and person! This was the first time leaving my Fitz, and she kept this crazy cat mama reassured with cute pictures/videos, detailed updates and answering all the questions I had. I will definitely be using her in the future, and I recommend her to everyone who wants a kind, responsible, thoughtful and top-notch sitter.

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January 15, 2020
Sherry

Kate was great! Our Cat can be grumpy with strangers, she just went with it and did what she could. We came home to a happy cat. Will definitely use her again.

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January 12, 2020
Mariana

Kate did a great job, she was very communicative and helpful. She definitely made our vacation stressed free!

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January 4, 2020
Brandon

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Jessica

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May 16, 2025
Camille

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May 5, 2025
Suzette

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April 27, 2025
Jessamin

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April 14, 2025
Raquel

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March 27, 2025
Jessica

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March 20, 2025
Jessica

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February 1, 2025
Jessica

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January 22, 2025
Margaret

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December 30, 2024
Jessica

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December 7, 2024
Adriana

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November 27, 2024
Jessica

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November 3, 2024
Antonio

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October 21, 2024
Stefani

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October 12, 2024
Antonio

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September 27, 2024
Jessica

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September 23, 2024
Wilfredo

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September 22, 2024
Margaret

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August 29, 2024

Kate And Tim's Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $26.00 / 20min $50.00 / 45min $70.00 / 60min
  • Overnight stays
    $100.00 / Overnight stays in your home
  • Kate And Tim's Holiday Surcharge is 30%
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Kate And Tim's Qualifications & Experience

Transportation

  • Walk
  • Ground

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • Eye/Ear Drops
  • Oral Medication / Pills

Each Visit Includes

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

Cancellation Policy

Customers may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a 100% refund, and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:

Customers will receive a 100% refund to their Account Balance if they cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the start date of the reservation, and the sitter will not receive any earnings.

Customers will receive a 50% refund, and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the customer cancels between 24-48 hours of the start of the reservation.

No refund will be issued within 24 hours of the reservation, and the sitter will keep 100% of their planned earnings.

The Meowtel Promise & Satisfaction Guarantee

We are proud to provide each of our independently-contracted Meowtel cat sitters with the full benefits of our Meowtel Promise on eligible reservations. For reservations where each visit is at or above $20 and paid for through Meowtel, your cat(s) will automatically be covered under our insurance policy in the event that things don't go as planned.

If you are not fully satisfied with your sitter after the Meet & Greet or during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter to ensure we can deliver on our purrfect hospitality promise.

Independence Day is coming up soon (July 4th). Meowtel cat sitters are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Astoria cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $33.00. Prices will also depend on how long your cat needs company for, whether that be a drop-in visit or overnight stay in your home. Meowtel sitters offer 20, 45, and 60-minute drop-in visits that allow for fully tailored care for your kitties. Your caregiver may also need to charge a little more if they have to travel far, so we'll match you with the best options which are close by.

Every Meowtel cat sitter has been thoroughly vetted, background-checked, and is insured through Meowtel on eligible reservations via our Meowtel Promise. To ensure total peace of mind while you're away, every Meowtel reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can have full confidence in 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 for your kitties. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.

We recommend that you book daily visits with your sitter to keep your cats in their routine and to help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.

Each Meowtel cat sitting visit will include the whole 9 yards: feeding, refreshing the water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, as well as any special requests you may have. We know every kitty is different and that's why we offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, every reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you can meet your sitter before you leave to ensure it will be a purrfect fit.

Kate And Tim's Cat Care
5.00 • 57 reviews • From $26.00