I'm Claire
Nyc Cat Nanny
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I'm Claire
Cat Sitting in Brooklyn, NY
I adore cats of all shapes and sizes (with a special place in my heart for the chunky ones) and have grown up with cats since I was five years old. Besides taking care of my family's cats, I've cat-sat for dozens of neighbors and friends and have cared long-term for two elderly cats who required medicine and special care. I also have catsit for a kitty who required heart medication and an inhaler... Important: Due to volume, right now I am only taking requests from clients I’ve worked with before.
I adore cats of all shapes and sizes (with a special place in my heart for the chunky ones) and have grown up with cats since I was five years old. Besides taking care of my family's cats, I've cat-sat for dozens of neighbors and friends and have cared long-term for two elderly cats who required medicine and special care. I also have catsit for a kitty who required heart medication and an inhaler.
I am unfazed by hairballs and happy to play with your cat or give it space depending on its preferences. Always available for pets and tummy rubs. Might talk in a silly voice to your kitty.
I am a freelance journalist located in Prospect Heights in Brooklyn, NY. I am very organized, with an attention to detail. I love to write, cook, and explore new neighborhoods. Always looking for new podcast, book, and restaurant reccs! I am happy to come to other parts of NYC to meet your kitty(s). I am vaccinated and boosted.
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I've been a professional cat-sitter for three years.
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
Cats crack me up so much, and they always put me at ease. Every cat has such a unique personality, and I love getting to know them all.
Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?
I've been told by multiple clients that their kitties who are too afraid of most sitters will come out for me -- I'm always so happy when a shy kitty comes out for pets or a churu treat.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
Yes, my roommate and I were fostering and recently adopted a nine-year-old sweetie named Mira.
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes, I am often available over the holidays.
What is your favorite cat toy?
The crinkly ones. My kitty is obsessed with them. I also love a laser pointer.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I respect cat's boundaries and give them their space. I always wait for them to come up to me, and I try to move as slowly and be as non-threatening as possible so as not to scare them. Sometimes sitting still for a while, somewhere low to the ground so they can smell me, can really help.
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Claire is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Emily
November 9, 2025
Claire was AMAZING. I had a last-minute travel change, needed somebody to take care of my sweet cat and make sure she got her medicines at the right time —and Claire did everything so beautifully! She was such a wonderful warm communicator and totally put me at ease. It made me so happy to see my cat snuggling with her by the end of the stay. I will definitely be asking Claire to sit for us in the future and would recommend her to anyone!
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Clara
July 15, 2025
Claire was great! She sent photos and videos, and followed my detailed feeding instructions to a tee. When our flight/trip was unexpectedly cancelled due to inclement weather, she was very gracious and flexible, giving us a refund for the time not used. We'll definitely ask her to sit for us again in the future!
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Clara
August 26, 2025
We have worked with Claire countless times and this time was no different. She is responsive, meticulous, and sends photos/videos to help us feel at ease about having to leave our kitties. Each cat (we have 3) has their own feeding instructions, as they all have varying degrees of kidney issues, and she follows them to the tee. The cats seem very comfortable with her, enjoying her company and snuggling with her at night. She’s a great cat-sitter, and leaves the house in great shape too! Thank you, Claire!
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Dori
August 17, 2025
Claire did an incredible job taking care of our very sweet but at times challenging cats. They can take a lot of cajoling to eat and on occasion can make a mess with their litter boxes. She handled it all, was kind and professional, and we very much look forward to working with her again.
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Rob
December 2, 2024
Claire went above and beyond for our kitties. It gave us a lot of comfort while we were away on vacation to know that they were in such good hands - even our shyest kitty came out after a couple of visits to see Claire. They enjoyed playtime and special treats with her, and we came back to a wonderfully clean cat area. We look forward to having Claire visit our kitties again soon!
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Clara
October 15, 2023
This is the 3rd time I've booked Claire to cat-sit for my 3 cats, and each time has been a wonderful experience! Claire is extremely detail-oriented and executes the kitties' 4 daily meals handily. Being that my cats are used to 4 meals a day, I was initially worried that I wouldn't be able to find someone who would be up to the task. My worries were eased by Claire at once, who sent photos of all meals, water dish changes, and litter box cleanings. I've only ever booked her for overnights at my home, and each time, she's left the place clean and has gone the extra mile to strip the bedding and take out the trash before leaving. Apart from the physical tasks, she has a wonderful ability with cats and has managed to charm my shy boy into coming out of hiding and hanging out with her--something that is very rare for him! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her for anyone looking for a meticulous and kind cat-sitter!
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Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Claire's is 30%
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
Claire's holiday surcharge is 30%.
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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.
Brooklyn 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!
Rating breakdown
Emily
November 9, 2025
Claire was AMAZING. I had a last-minute travel change, needed somebody to take care of my sweet cat and make sure she got her medicines at the right time —and Claire did everything so beautifully! She was such a wonderful warm communicator and totally put me at ease. It made me so happy to see my cat snuggling with her by the end of the stay. I will definitely be asking Claire to sit for us in the future and would recommend her to anyone!
Clara
July 15, 2025
Claire was great! She sent photos and videos, and followed my detailed feeding instructions to a tee. When our flight/trip was unexpectedly cancelled due to inclement weather, she was very gracious and flexible, giving us a refund for the time not used. We'll definitely ask her to sit for us again in the future!
Clara
August 26, 2025
We have worked with Claire countless times and this time was no different. She is responsive, meticulous, and sends photos/videos to help us feel at ease about having to leave our kitties. Each cat (we have 3) has their own feeding instructions, as they all have varying degrees of kidney issues, and she follows them to the tee. The cats seem very comfortable with her, enjoying her company and snuggling with her at night. She’s a great cat-sitter, and leaves the house in great shape too! Thank you, Claire!
Dori
August 17, 2025
Claire did an incredible job taking care of our very sweet but at times challenging cats. They can take a lot of cajoling to eat and on occasion can make a mess with their litter boxes. She handled it all, was kind and professional, and we very much look forward to working with her again.
Rob
December 2, 2024
Claire went above and beyond for our kitties. It gave us a lot of comfort while we were away on vacation to know that they were in such good hands - even our shyest kitty came out after a couple of visits to see Claire. They enjoyed playtime and special treats with her, and we came back to a wonderfully clean cat area. We look forward to having Claire visit our kitties again soon!
Clara
October 15, 2023
This is the 3rd time I've booked Claire to cat-sit for my 3 cats, and each time has been a wonderful experience! Claire is extremely detail-oriented and executes the kitties' 4 daily meals handily. Being that my cats are used to 4 meals a day, I was initially worried that I wouldn't be able to find someone who would be up to the task. My worries were eased by Claire at once, who sent photos of all meals, water dish changes, and litter box cleanings. I've only ever booked her for overnights at my home, and each time, she's left the place clean and has gone the extra mile to strip the bedding and take out the trash before leaving. Apart from the physical tasks, she has a wonderful ability with cats and has managed to charm my shy boy into coming out of hiding and hanging out with her--something that is very rare for him! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her for anyone looking for a meticulous and kind cat-sitter!
Clara
May 29, 2023
I couldn't be happier with my experience with Claire! Zeus enjoyed meeting her at the Meet 'n' Greet, and subsequently really took to her during the cat-sit. She was communicative, easy-going, flexible, respectful, and most of all, doting on Zeus. She easily met all of my expectations of an excellent sitter, sending text and photo updates throughout my time away to ease my worried cat mom headspace. I was soothed to see videos of him in her lap during the day and cuddled up to her at night. She tracked Zeus's litter box habits assiduously, fed him in a timely fashion, and left my home spotless as if she hadn't stayed for a couple nights. She even offered to strip the bedsheets, which I really appreciated. I would highly recommend utilizing her services! I definitely will be hiring her again when life pulls me out of town and away from Zeus!
Kate
June 25, 2025
Claire is the best! My sweet baby had a wonderful time with her. She is very attentive and caring, and kept me in the loop of everything going on with the house and with Roman. When I came hold it was spotless and Roman was happy. Will definitely work with Claire next time!
Monae
June 22, 2023
Claire was absolutely amazing! I was on vacation for a week and worried about my cat Binx since he has asthma and a heart condition and requires an inhaler and medication 2x a day. But Claire handled it with ease! She sent me pictures and videos everyday and made sure to give him his medication on time. She even cleaned his litter box and play area so it was very clean when I returned!! My cat loved her as well and from the photos I can tell that he was right at home! I will definitely be booking with her again :)
Katrina
November 23, 2022
I was so lucky to find Claire! I adopted one of my cats during the COVID lockdown and he is very shy since he didn't get to socialize as a kitten. I was so happy to see pictures of Otis coming out to see Claire on her first visit. Both cats seemed so happy and calm when I arrived home . She has that magic touch with cats.
Jin
October 26, 2022
Claire is an amazing cat sitter! She asked a lot of questions and checked every details with us during our meet and greet. Claire is very caring and responsible. My two kittens have a great time and enjoy her stay a lot. Highly recommend!
Clara
This month
We love having Claire stay with our 3 boy cats, and it’s such a peace of mind to know they are with someone they know and are at ease with. She is great with them and great with updates! I’ve left previous reviews for her, and this one is just to say that she has continued to be consistently kind in her care with our kitties! Thank you, Claire!
Margaret
February 24, 2024
Claire is so wonderful! She is very thorough and attentive, and sent many updates, photos, and videos. the cats were happy and well cared for upon my return and I highly recommend booking Claire!
Allie
September 6, 2022
Claire was an excellent sitter! She asked a lot of great questions during our meet & greet and was very communicative during each visit. You can tell she really cares about the job and loves kitties. Would definitely recommend!
Rob
July 6, 2025
We were glad to have a repeat booking with Claire. She’s excellent and even brings out our shy kitties.
Clara
This week
Derrick
This month
Claire always takes great care of the cats! We’re glad she’s our sitter!
Derrick
December 14, 2025
Claire took great care of our cats as usual! We are very glad to have her as our cat sitter!
Clara
October 10, 2025
Clara
September 13, 2025
Stephanie
September 11, 2025
Margaret
September 7, 2025
Claire is just the best. She’s flexible, responsive, and our cats are always perfectly content when we return home—a sure sign that they’ve been well cared for!
Clara
September 3, 2025
Derrick
June 30, 2025
We’ve been working with Claire for a while now and she always takes great care of the cats and they love when she stops by! She’s a wonderful cat sitter.
Derrick
June 27, 2025
Derrick
March 2, 2025
Claire did a fantastic job taking care of my 2 cats as usual, she sends detailed updates and the cats love her!
Jeff
February 6, 2025
Jeff
February 3, 2025
Clara
January 23, 2025
Derrick
December 15, 2024
Claire took great care of the cats and sent awesome updates! I would definitely hire her again!
Clara
November 18, 2024
Clara
October 30, 2024
Margaret
August 6, 2024
Margaret
July 15, 2024
Margaret
April 30, 2024
Clara
February 27, 2024
Clara
January 10, 2024
Clara
December 7, 2023
I reserved Claire once again for a quick weekend away, and she was great as always! Please see my previous reviews for details! Thanks again, Claire!
Clara
September 7, 2023
Andrew
August 18, 2023
Claire was awesome, all three of our cats were happy and healthy and our place was spotless when we got back!
Owen
June 30, 2023
Claire was very helpful and responsive and get along well with my cat. Would recommend
Meowtel
August 1, 2022
Claire is a cat sitter in the Brooklyn area. Her profile has been verified and her references have been checked by Meowtel.
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