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Thea The Cat Au Pair

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58 Repeat clients
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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

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Thea The Cat Au Pair

I'm Thea

Cat Sitting in Brooklyn, NY

*Please message me if interested in booking even if my calendar shows the days as unavailable. I may be able to schedule in visits those days.

My clients often remark that it’s like they never left home. I understand how stressful the absence of families can be for cats and strive to soothe their anxiety through familiar love, attention, and maintaining routines.

Besides growing up with cats, I have over 10 years of professional experience of cat sitting...
*Please message me if interested in booking even if my calendar shows the days as unavailable. I may be able to schedule in visits those days.

My clients often remark that it’s like they never left home. I understand how stressful the absence of families can be for cats and strive to soothe their anxiety through familiar love, attention, and maintaining routines.

Besides growing up with cats, I have over 10 years of professional experience of cat sitting. I’ve cared for young kittens, elderly cats that require medication, pure breeds with finicky appetites and grooming routines, and feral colonies.

I’ve never met a cat that hasn’t liked me. I understand and accommodate their colorful range of personalities. Be it a sassy tricolor calico or a reclusive ginger, by the end I guarantee I’ve won over their hearts.

When I'm not cuddling kitties, I can be found painting illustrations and patterns for textiles, wallpaper, (and sometimes cat merch!). My schedule is very flexible, so if you need a specific time, please don't hesitate to ask!



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Carly

Carly

October 6, 2025

Thea was great- as usual! she communicates great and kept us well uodated. one of our cats was too timid to eat and Thea found a solution to make sure she was eating enough!

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Nicolette

Nicolette

April 8, 2026

Thea was totally on top of everything! She arrived promptly, was in communication with us the whole time with plenty of cute photos, and left our apartment spotless. We'd be happy to have her anytime!

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Michelle

Michelle

August 15, 2024

Thea was a great sitter for my two cats and sent awesome photos and updates. I particularly appreciate that she appreciated my two cats’ different personalities — especially my old guy’s shyness. Would 100% book with her again!

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Ronald

Ronald

June 1, 2025

Thea did a stellar job cat sitting for Mr. Meow and Sir Catticus. The photos she shared were very welcome and she spent quality time with them. Highly recommended.

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Alexandra

Alexandra

October 23, 2024

Thea was great! She took notes when we were reviewing everything and asked good questions to make sure we didn’t miss anything. The updates and photos were perfect. Would definitely recommend Thea!

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Sophie

Sophie

June 12, 2021

Thea is the best. Will definitely have her watch Ginny again. She seemed to genuinely enjoy spending time with her and was super thorough. She did things I didn’t expect her to do like vacuum around the litter box and water my plants. She sent me lots of photos. Didn’t feel worried even for a second and could enjoy my vacation bc Thea is so sweet and trustworthy.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$38.00 / 20min
$60.00 / 45min
$77.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$123.00 / Overnight

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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.

Brooklyn 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!

5.00
178 reviews
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Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)