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I'm Michaela
Cat Sitting in Astoria, NY
I have been around cats all my life, including growing up with my fur siblings and volunteering at our local SPCA. I adopted my very own little guy, Jasper, when I moved to NYC in late 2020. He is such an awesome pal to have around and keeps the laughs going!
Cat Care:
I can perform the tasks needed for basic cat care, such as feeding, watering, grooming, and cleaning the litter box. I also have experience with administering insulin shots, giving medications, clipping nails, and even some clicker training! Playtime/snuggles are my favorite thing to do and I strive to make sure each cat’s needs are met while you are away... Hello there! I’m Michaela-nice to meet you! Thanks for stopping by.
I have been around cats all my life, including growing up with my fur siblings and volunteering at our local SPCA. I adopted my very own little guy, Jasper, when I moved to NYC in late 2020. He is such an awesome pal to have around and keeps the laughs going!
Cat Care:
I can perform the tasks needed for basic cat care, such as feeding, watering, grooming, and cleaning the litter box. I also have experience with administering insulin shots, giving medications, clipping nails, and even some clicker training! Playtime/snuggles are my favorite thing to do and I strive to make sure each cat’s needs are met while you are away. Don't worry-I will send you plenty of pictures and updates so you can join in the fun!
I live in Astoria, Queens, and I would prefer to stay within the Queens/Manhattan area, as I do not have a car and need to rely on public transportation.
Availability: Monday-Friday after 6:30pm
Saturday and Sunday-anytime
Covid Protocols
* I am fully vaccinated with boosters.
*If your cat is an easy keeper, I am open to virtual M & G as well. I will deny the booking request if either an in-person or a video M & G is not accepted.
I will let you know if I begin experiencing symptoms/feeling unwell leading up to a M & G or during the time I am cat-sitting. If necessary, I will work with you and Meowtel to find someone to cover my time.
I ask if you begin experiencing symptoms/feeling unwell leading up to a M & G to please let me know and we can plan next steps.
I want to make sure I am doing the best I can to keep us both safe and healthy during this time. Thank you.
Thank you in advance for trusting me with the care of your cat! I love these animals and will do my very best to make sure they are well taken care of in your absence.
Medication Experience:
Skills:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Michaela is experienced with 4 types of medications
Check if Michaela services your area
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Janet
May 4, 2024
Michaela was excellent! I had some troubleshooting while away and she quickly took care of it. She was super responsive and kind. I truly enjoyed her photos and updates which helped the entire process feel seamless
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Samantha
August 3, 2022
Michaela was a wonderful sitter for our Betty! It is hard to find someone with experience and comfort in administering insulin but Michaela was unfazed by our diabetic cat and even wanted to schedule our meet and greet during Betty’s mealtime to observe her insulin routine. She was very professional and trustworthy, highly recommended!
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Sunny
July 27, 2021
Michaela was great to work with! She sent us thoughtful updates about our cats while we were away and she was very responsive when communicating. On top of that, she was able to do our cat's insulin injections, which was a great relief for us.
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Emily
August 15, 2021
Michaela is a wonderful sitter, she is nimble and responsible. We have a diabetic cat, and she pays attention to the details that are necessary to manage it with patient. She learned how to do a blood glucose reading, draw a half unit of insulin, and document the information accordingly.
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Jeremy
September 8, 2021
Thank you Michaela! You were wonderful and we appreciate you for taking car of our cat for 1 week. The videos and photos that you sent after the visits were great. Next time, I think we’ll have you booked for 40 minutes instead of 20 minutes because our cat enjoyed your time so much. Thanks!
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Alison
September 30, 2023
Michela did an amazing job taking care of Pinot! he’s not the easiest when it comes to people besides me and she still made sure to spend some time with him and play as much as he could while still feeding and caring for him. and she didn’t even take it personal when he decided to give her a bop on day one 🙈 will definitely be using for all of my future cat sitting needs!!
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Michaela's is 40%
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
Michaela's holiday surcharge is 40%.
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
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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.
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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 $30.00. 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
Janet
May 4, 2024
Michaela was excellent! I had some troubleshooting while away and she quickly took care of it. She was super responsive and kind. I truly enjoyed her photos and updates which helped the entire process feel seamless
Samantha
August 3, 2022
Michaela was a wonderful sitter for our Betty! It is hard to find someone with experience and comfort in administering insulin but Michaela was unfazed by our diabetic cat and even wanted to schedule our meet and greet during Betty’s mealtime to observe her insulin routine. She was very professional and trustworthy, highly recommended!
Sunny
July 27, 2021
Michaela was great to work with! She sent us thoughtful updates about our cats while we were away and she was very responsive when communicating. On top of that, she was able to do our cat's insulin injections, which was a great relief for us.
Emily
August 15, 2021
Michaela is a wonderful sitter, she is nimble and responsible. We have a diabetic cat, and she pays attention to the details that are necessary to manage it with patient. She learned how to do a blood glucose reading, draw a half unit of insulin, and document the information accordingly.
Jeremy
September 8, 2021
Thank you Michaela! You were wonderful and we appreciate you for taking car of our cat for 1 week. The videos and photos that you sent after the visits were great. Next time, I think we’ll have you booked for 40 minutes instead of 20 minutes because our cat enjoyed your time so much. Thanks!
Alison
September 30, 2023
Michela did an amazing job taking care of Pinot! he’s not the easiest when it comes to people besides me and she still made sure to spend some time with him and play as much as he could while still feeding and caring for him. and she didn’t even take it personal when he decided to give her a bop on day one 🙈 will definitely be using for all of my future cat sitting needs!!
Emily
September 22, 2023
Michaela is so patient with our little aby. My cat, Eevee gets very sad when I go out of town, but Michaela makes a special effort to comfort her and ensure she is very much cared for. Michaela is also great with "runner" kitties, like mine, which takes great talent. If you have a kitty who is a bit anxious and too curious, this is a sitter who is considerate and careful. Absolutely book her!
Mary Molly
October 20, 2022
Michaela was such a great sitter for my two cats! She communicated with me my entire vacation and really gave me peace of mind when I was traveling. I appreciated how she sent me pictures of the cats and got to know each of them and their different personalities. I was gone four days so it was great to have a sitter I could rely on and trust. I'd recommend Michaela to anyone looking for a reliable, friendly sitter!
Andre
April 23, 2022
Michaela took excellent care of my cat Sadie for four days. In addition to being super responsible and sending updates and photos after each visit, she spent plenty of time petting and playing with Sadie, which made all the difference (I could tell when I got back!). Highly recommend Michaela!
Alison
June 2, 2024
Michela has successfully charmed my cat Pinot who is very particular with who he likes! she sends great video and photo updates so I know he is in good hands!
Lindsey
May 24, 2023
Michaela did a fantastic job taking care of our cat Moses! She updated us with every visit and kept our cat company and entertained while we were away for the weekend.
Jackeline
July 27, 2022
Michaela was the perfect kitty sitter. She was very thorough and sent the sweetest pics with my kitty Brooklyn. I’m sure if he could talk he’s have nothing but nice things to say. Will definitely be rebooking when I travel again.
Stephanie
July 22, 2021
Michaela was amazing! I was so anxious to leave my cat home alone for a few days, but Michaela ensured me that she'd be in good hands. She was really amazing and thorough during the meet and greet - extremely organized, friendly, and had great questions about Norah's (my cat) needs. If I need a sitter again, I will choose Michaela for sure!
Timothy
July 13, 2021
Michaela took care of our very aloof Viggo with such care and humor. We felt very comfortable while we were gone that he was in good hands. I have no reservations whatsoever about asking for her help again.
David
July 8, 2021
Very quick responses. Job was well done. Sent updates after visits. Will definitely use again and will recommend to anyone.
Eduardo
July 18, 2021
Michaela watched our cat for close to 2 weeks and she was amazing. She sent us pictures every time she visited and it was obvious our cat enjoyed spending time with her.
Ben
November 5, 2022
Michaela is great! Very responsive, and provided wonderful care for our cats while we were away. The timely updates were appreciated, and we look forward to booking her again.
Cora
November 17, 2025
Michaela was great and my sassy girl loved her. They played, they cuddled and Michaela gave great pictures
Jason
November 18, 2022
Michaela was fantastic. Responsive to our questions and she took great care of our cats. Definitely will use her again, and recommend her.
Thomas
October 13, 2022
Michaela was excellent for our cat and provided us all the updates and peace of mind we could have asked for.
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September 25, 2025
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Tara
November 27, 2022
Michaela was communicative and asked great questions to make sure my Rupert was safe and in good hands. I’d recommend booking with Michaela!
Robert
September 7, 2022
Michaela is lovely and the whole experience was terrific! I highly recommend Michaela and Meowtel!
Eduardo
August 25, 2021
Thanks again Michaela!
Eduardo
August 25, 2021
Thank again Michaela!
Meowtel
January 7, 2021
Michaela is a Cat Sitter in the Ridgewood area. Her profile has been verified and her references have been checked by Meowtel.
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