I'm Lucy

Lucy's Cat Sitting Nyc

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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

Lucy is experienced with 2 types of medications

Topical Ointments Oral Medication / Pills

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Lucy's Cat Sitting Nyc

I'm Lucy

Cat Sitting in Bronx, NY

Hello! I'm Lucy. Your New York City Professional Cat Lady. I provide in-your-home cat sitting services in Midtown, the Upper West Side, Upper East Side, and Harlem.

I have lived with cats all my life, and love and appreciate their eccentricities and quirks. If your cat enjoys attention, I will shower them with fuss. If your cat is more reserved, I will respect their boundaries. I love cats of all sizes, shapes, and personalities!

I have two cats of my own - a beautiful pair of bonded brothers named Ferris and Storm. You can see them in my photos - Ferris is the black one, his brother Storm is the grey one. ^_^

In my day job, I am a licensed Physical Therapist (I enjoy looking after humans almost as much I enjoy looking after cats!). My non-feline-related interests include Broadway and musical theatre, politics, Australian football, and 90s music.

If you need a mature, reliable, and trustworthy cat sitter in New York - look no further! I am also happy to take care of any other odd jobs while you're away, such as collecting mail, watering plants, or bringing in packages...
Hello! I'm Lucy. Your New York City Professional Cat Lady. I provide in-your-home cat sitting services in Midtown, the Upper West Side, Upper East Side, and Harlem.

I have lived with cats all my life, and love and appreciate their eccentricities and quirks. If your cat enjoys attention, I will shower them with fuss. If your cat is more reserved, I will respect their boundaries. I love cats of all sizes, shapes, and personalities!

I have two cats of my own - a beautiful pair of bonded brothers named Ferris and Storm. You can see them in my photos - Ferris is the black one, his brother Storm is the grey one. ^_^

In my day job, I am a licensed Physical Therapist (I enjoy looking after humans almost as much I enjoy looking after cats!). My non-feline-related interests include Broadway and musical theatre, politics, Australian football, and 90s music.

If you need a mature, reliable, and trustworthy cat sitter in New York - look no further! I am also happy to take care of any other odd jobs while you're away, such as collecting mail, watering plants, or bringing in packages.

Generally, my calendar opens up for bookings about three months in advance. I recommend booking as early as practical, to avoid missing out! Holidays in particular fill up very quickly - usually a month or more in advance. Christmas, Memorial Day, and Thanksgiving are my busiest weeks of the year; if you need cat-sitting around these periods book as early as you can to avoid missing out.

Additionally - I usually take a vacation myself in late August and early September. So, I am typically NOT available over the Labor Day weekend, sorry.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: Are you available on xyz date?
A: Please refer to my schedule/calendar right here on my profile! (See the "Availability & Service Areas" tab to the right to find the calendar). I keep my availability updated. There is no need to message me to ask about particular dates - if I am marked as available on the calendar, then I am available. Feel free to go right ahead and make your reservation. :-)

Q: Do you do overnight stays?
A: Sorry, no.

Q: Do you administer medications?
A: I have no formal veterinary training. I am happy to administer meds to your kitty ONLY if your kitty is trained and happy to take them! (eg in a pill pocket, or mixed with food). I am NOT experienced or skilled with administering medications to cats who are aggressive or very frightened.

Q: Can we meet you and introduce our cats, prior to the booking?
A: Absolutely, yes! Every Meowtel reservation includes a free Meet and Greet. This is where I come to your apartment, meet you and your kitty/ies, get keys, and you can show me around and give me any specific care instructions. Make your reservation first, and then we will schedule a Meet and Greet. (Virtual Meet and Greets over Zoom are possible if you do not need to physically hand me keys - for example, if the key will be left with a Doorman or lockbox).

Q: Can I hire you to trim my cat's nails?
A: Sorry, no. Meowtel is a cat-sitting service only; grooming services are not provided.

Q: I have a camera/s in my apartment to check on the cats. Is that ok?
A: Yes! Totally fine. Please just point out the camera location/s during the Meet and Greet. Cat-sitting visits tend to involve lots of sitting and lying down, bending over, crouching, and other awkward positions; I like to know if and where any cameras may be recording so I can position myself appropriately.

Q: Do you offer cat boarding in your apartment?
A: No, sorry. I provide cat-sitting visits to YOUR home only.

Q: My cat is very shy/energetic/talkative/particular/weird. Will that be ok?
A: Absolutely yes!! I love and respect all cats. I have many kitty clients who spend my entire visit hiding under the bed; and others who demand constant petting and attention and playtime; and everything in between. I will meet your cat's needs; whether that is lots of attention or none. ^_^


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Oral Medication / Pills

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Janine

Janine

July 16, 2026

Wonderful experience with Lucy ! She alway goes above and beyond, our smoke detector battery died while we were away and the alarm sound was making our cat distressed. She was hiding and not eating/ using her litter box. Lucy came back a second time to check on her and even changed the battery for us. I trust Lucy wholeheartedly and we are so thankful to have her look after our kitty!

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Ines

Ines

April 14, 2026

Lucy was communicative and thorough with a complicated two-cat situation. We had to travel in the midst of a cat introduction and Lucy kept the cats separate and cared for in our absence

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Charlotte

Charlotte

August 20, 2025

Lucy has been the most incredible cat sitter over the past two years — thoughtful, funny, and so genuinely caring. She made constant travel so much easier with her sweet and hilarious updates. My partner and I became obsessed with the photos she’d send of our cat “screaming,” and she even introduced me to new terms like “Velcro,” which perfectly captures my girl’s clingy little heart. Tubs absolutely adored her (and so did we). I’m moving soon, and saying goodbye to Lucy is one of the hardest parts. She’s the real deal -warm, reliable, and such a joy to work with. If you get the chance to book her, do it! Your cat will thank you.

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Ashton

Ashton

May 6, 2026

Lucy is the best! This is our third time working with her and our two cats. Lucy is a total professional and a great communicator. She is warm, polite and punctual and best of all, our cats love her (and they normally don't love any visitors at all). We have detailed instructions and asks for our visits, and Lucy graciously complies with all, and sends the cutest photographs! We highly recommend Lucy to everyone and our entire fur family is looking forward to next time!

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Mia

Mia

Today

Lucy’s always so kind and loving with our cat! He’s typically very anxious, but I always joke that he might love Lucy more than me judging by the pictures she sends. I trust Lucy every time!

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Ingrid

Ingrid

June 23, 2026

Lucy is terrific. My kitties are always happy to see her. There’s no sign of stress vomiting in my absence and she sends lots of wonderful photos that assure me all is well on the home front. I’ve booked here three times already and plan to book her lots more.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$36.00 / 20min
$50.00 / 45min
$66.00 / 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.

Bronx cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $33.00. 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 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 Meet & Greet!

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