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I'm Daphne
Cat Sitting in Buffalo, NY
I work in higher education as a fundraiser by day and do travel often for work. When not travelling, however, I work from home, which allows me some flexibility. Early mornings, nights, and weekends are generally best for my schedule.
My husband and I always request "proof of life" photos and a short summary from our cat sitters at each check-in, and I provide the exact same thing to my clients. I will do everything I can to put you at ease so you can enjoy your time away knowing your cats are in good hands.
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I have been cat sitting through Meowtel for about 3 years, first in the San Francisco Bay Area and now Buffalo and Erie County. Before Meowtel I regularly sat for family and friends' pets while they were away.
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I'd by lying if I didn't say I love meeting and making new kitty friends! It's definitely the best part of being a cat sitter. Beyond that, however, I love doing this because it means a lot to provide families with peace of mind when they are traveling. As someone who struggled for years to find a consistent cat sitter who could handle my cat's medications and special needs, knowing I can provide that service to my clients so they never go through what I did is really rewarding and fulfilling.
Are you usually available during holidays?
Absolutely! My husband and I usually don't travel for the holidays, and I love being a consistent and available presence for my clients during such stressful times of year.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I have a lot of luck singing to timid and anxious cats, particularly old Disney songs. I used to sing to our old Maine Coon to calm him down and have found it works really well on most cats. I also find sitting quietly with / near them but not looking at them helps!
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Daphne is experienced with 4 types of medications
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Patrick
December 1, 2025
My cats loved Daphne. She sent pictures every day, was prompt with updates and asked all the right questions. When I got back, they were happier and healthier than when I left. Will absolutely use Daphne again!
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Catie
November 4, 2025
Daphne was amazing! We were worried about leaving our cats for the first time without someone staying with them and Daphne put us at ease. She sent plenty of pictures and videos each visit as well as a visit recap. When we got back our kitties were both happy and healthy
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Monika
October 13, 2025
Daphne is an absolute treasure! This was our first trip away from home since moving to Buffalo in March, and never hired a pet sitter before (had a trusted neighbor who would take care of our two cats when we were away), so I was a little nervous, but Daphne blew all of those worries away. I knew as soon as she came by for the home visit that she was perfect, the cats immediately ran to her for pets (they don’t do this for everyone), and while we were away she sent so many photos and videos of them from each time she stopped by. The cats LOVED her. she also sent a detailed list of everything she did at each visit, and went above and beyond (taking out the trash, which wasn’t necessary at all). I am excited for our next trip, as I think the cats like her more than us and already miss her haha! Thank you so so much Daphne!
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Natalia
January 3, 2026
Daphne was great ! sent pictures, videos and made sure our cat Zoey was taken care of while we were out of town for a week. surprisingly Zoey warmed up to her quickly which rare . I will recommend her and hope to be able to have over again in the future.
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Monika
December 20, 2025
Daphne is an incredible cat sitter and we are SO HAPPY to have found her! our two cats Khaleesi and Rhaego love her, which is clear from the videos and photos she sends of her visits, khaleesi rolls around on the ground begging for belly rubs and Rhaego just yells his love at her.
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Dave
August 7, 2025
Extremely personable individual who loves cats. Maya took to her immediately on the orientation visit. Reports about her visits were timely and thorough. Plan to enlist her services again.
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Drop in visits rates
Daphne's is 25%
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
Daphne's holiday surcharge is 25%.
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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.
Memorial Day is coming up soon (May 25th, 2026)
Cat sitters on Meowtel are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!
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.
Buffalo cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $24.00. 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
Patrick
December 1, 2025
My cats loved Daphne. She sent pictures every day, was prompt with updates and asked all the right questions. When I got back, they were happier and healthier than when I left. Will absolutely use Daphne again!
Catie
November 4, 2025
Daphne was amazing! We were worried about leaving our cats for the first time without someone staying with them and Daphne put us at ease. She sent plenty of pictures and videos each visit as well as a visit recap. When we got back our kitties were both happy and healthy
Monika
October 13, 2025
Daphne is an absolute treasure! This was our first trip away from home since moving to Buffalo in March, and never hired a pet sitter before (had a trusted neighbor who would take care of our two cats when we were away), so I was a little nervous, but Daphne blew all of those worries away. I knew as soon as she came by for the home visit that she was perfect, the cats immediately ran to her for pets (they don’t do this for everyone), and while we were away she sent so many photos and videos of them from each time she stopped by. The cats LOVED her. she also sent a detailed list of everything she did at each visit, and went above and beyond (taking out the trash, which wasn’t necessary at all). I am excited for our next trip, as I think the cats like her more than us and already miss her haha! Thank you so so much Daphne!
Natalia
January 3, 2026
Daphne was great ! sent pictures, videos and made sure our cat Zoey was taken care of while we were out of town for a week. surprisingly Zoey warmed up to her quickly which rare . I will recommend her and hope to be able to have over again in the future.
Monika
December 20, 2025
Daphne is an incredible cat sitter and we are SO HAPPY to have found her! our two cats Khaleesi and Rhaego love her, which is clear from the videos and photos she sends of her visits, khaleesi rolls around on the ground begging for belly rubs and Rhaego just yells his love at her.
Dave
August 7, 2025
Extremely personable individual who loves cats. Maya took to her immediately on the orientation visit. Reports about her visits were timely and thorough. Plan to enlist her services again.
John
December 12, 2024
This is the second time Daphne has watched Vito and it was even better this time! Vito loves the lap time and I appreciate the timely updates and great photos and videos.
Tiffany
July 29, 2024
Daphne is such a delight and an incredible cat sitter. She is no stranger to taking care of older kitties, which was a relief for me given I have two senior cats that require meds. Daphne understood their special needs and went above & beyond to make the cats (and me) feel taken care of while I was away. I’m so grateful to have her as part of our care team!
John
April 17, 2024
Daphne did a great job taking care of my kitty, Vito. The timely updates and cute pictures were so nice to see after each visit. I highly recommend her and will use her again in the future.
Mary
February 26, 2023
Daphne was awesome. She was able to accommodate a schedule change to extend cat sitting duties when my travel was delayed by weather. She brought my cat a toy which became her favorite toy. And she sent pictures and videos daily so my 10 year old wouldn't miss her cat too much.
Allison
January 18, 2023
Daphne was so great. She met with me and the cats before and put my mind at ease about leaving my elderly cat in her care. My cat requires pills, topical medication, and special dietary attention. Daphne sent me detailed updates at each visit and really went above and beyond to care for my cats.
Ayliza
March 23, 2024
Daphne is seriously AMAZING!! We left our senior cat Lily that requires medication daily with her and it couldn’t have gone better! Lily is extremely she and Daphne was able to bond with her which is extremely rare! We couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Thank you Daphne!!🩷
Kelly
March 5, 2024
We had Daphne cat sit for the first time when our other sitter was not available and she was wonderful! Great updates and was able to coax our shy cat into coming out and purring. :)
Rebecca
January 4, 2024
Daphne gave me detailed updates and pics of my kitties each day-It was so reassuring seeing my cats when I was gone ♥️
Rebecca
January 5, 2024
Reservation was easy and efficient, Daphne was very quick to respond. She sent detailed, daily updates and photos. Will definitely work with Daphne again!
Dave
August 19, 2025
Daphne was great once again! This was the second time I used her for cat sitting. Maya loves her, Daphne's reports are thorough and prompt. I plan on using her again!
Rena
August 2, 2025
We had a wonderful experience with Daphne! She sent updates each visit with many pictures and videos which were so nice to see while we were missing our babies. We could tell she took great care of our 5 cats while we were away and we will absolutely book with her in the future!
Rose
August 11, 2025
Daphne was a wonderful cat sitter. My boys were happy and healthy when we came home and they had plenty of playtime. Loved the pics and videos Daphne provided! A great experience.
Carlos
January 1, 2024
Daphne did such a great job. T'Challa was will taken care of and we did not worry about him at all. The photos and videos made us happy to see during our time away.
Kendall
December 31, 2024
so glad to have found Daphne! she took great care of my kitties. my boy cat needs medication and is very challenging to give meds to but she didn’t it each day and made it look easy! she went above and beyond and I so appreciated the peace of mind that came along with her care.
Dave
January 20, 2026
Daphne is always great. Outstanding communicator, very flexible, wonderful with our cat. Hope she remains a Meowtel option for a long time!!
Jonathan
January 5, 2024
Daphne has watched my wife and I's fur babies a few times now. She is clearly very much a cat person and loves spending time with our little rascals. At the end of each visit she sends a helpful summary of the visit that allows us to keep track of everything going on. Definitely will be requesting Daphne's services more in the future!
Dave
February 22, 2026
Daphne came thru again for me! This is the 5th time I've procured her cat sitting services. She is reliable, flexible, available and, best of all, my cat loves her. Hope she stays in the business for a long, long time.
Natalia
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Nicholas
December 27, 2025
Dave
November 29, 2025
Daphne is great! Maya loves her. This was the 3rd time I've used her. I plan to use her again!!!
Ingrid
February 19, 2025
Paul
January 8, 2025
Jonathan
January 1, 2025
Jonathan
December 11, 2024
Barbara
October 29, 2024
Tiffany
October 17, 2024
Tiffany
September 14, 2024
Jonathan
September 10, 2024
Barbara
September 1, 2024
Jonathan
August 19, 2024
Tiffany
August 12, 2024
Barbara
August 11, 2024
Jonathan
July 31, 2024
Barbara
July 23, 2024
Claire
July 20, 2024
Jonathan
July 9, 2024
Stephanie
June 11, 2024
Jonathan
April 16, 2024
Ayliza
March 23, 2024
Ayliza
March 23, 2024
Ayliza
January 30, 2024
Daphne is the best!! Our cat Lily is extremely shy and she was able to make a great connection with her! I was also very happy with all of Daphne’s thorough updates! ☺️
Barbara
January 14, 2024
Claire
January 6, 2024
Ann
December 27, 2023
Great, as expected!
Jonathan
September 25, 2023
Barbara
August 6, 2023
Daphne is terrific: reliable, communicative, and extremely kind. A wonderful kitty sitter.
Sarah
July 12, 2023
Daphne was a wonderful sitter. She was incredibly caring, highly communicative & did a phenomenal job. A trustworthy & kind person. Our picky cats loved her! I can highly recommend Daphne.
Anne Marie
July 6, 2023
Daphne was patient, punctual and helped me feel at ease while I was away
Brian
July 3, 2023
Daphne was great! She took excellent care of our cat and we would definitely hire her again!
Jonathan
March 13, 2023
Daphne recently watched our three fur children. She was a pleasure to work with and we loved having her watch our kitties. We would definitely recommend Daphne to others!
K Benjamin
January 15, 2023
Daphne was very caring with our 2 kitties and sent us daily updates. We had a great experience with her and will definitely look for her again. We highly recommend her.
Meowtel
November 25, 2022
Daphne is a cat sitter in the San Rafael area. Her profile has been verified and her references have been checked by Meowtel.
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