I'm Itoshi
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I'm Itoshi
Cat Sitting in Elmhurst, NY
Originally from the sunny suburbs of LA, I moved to NY 12 years ago and currently I work at a restaurant in Manhattan. I am a cat mom as well and I know how important it is to find someone who is caring and dependable to take care of your fur babies while out of town.
I’m a proud mom to two rescue cats, Nyantaro and Gigi, who I absolutely adore! I’ve lived with my cats for the past 4 years and I’ve been a cat sitter for several families over the years... Hello fellow cat parents! Are you looking for someone reliable to make sure your feline companion is safe and happy while you're away? I'm your purrrfect girl!
Originally from the sunny suburbs of LA, I moved to NY 12 years ago and currently I work at a restaurant in Manhattan. I am a cat mom as well and I know how important it is to find someone who is caring and dependable to take care of your fur babies while out of town.
I’m a proud mom to two rescue cats, Nyantaro and Gigi, who I absolutely adore! I’ve lived with my cats for the past 4 years and I’ve been a cat sitter for several families over the years. I also have experience giving oral medication, topical ointments, eyedrops, and eardrops. I love nothing more than spending time with cats and I cannot wait to meet your fur baby!
I work nights at a restaurant in Manhattan Wednesday through Saturdays so I can drop by before work, while other days are more flexible. Please contact me and we can schedule drop-ins! (:
During my visit I will:
• feed your cat(s) according to your guidelines
• administer medication, if any
• refresh the water bowl
• scoop the litter box
• play & snuggle with your cat(s)
• bring in your mail
• water your plant babies, if needed
COVID protocol:
I am fully vaccinated and I will wear my mask during the entire visit. I will also wash my hands before and after my visits to prevent the spreading of germs. If you have any special requests or questions, please let me know! (:
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Itoshi is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Estelle
May 10, 2025
Itoshi was our very first cat sitter and she was incredible. We came home to a happy kitty and an orderly apartment. Her daily photos and videos made us feel confident that kitty was well taken care of. Itoshi was a superstar in problem-solving when our kitty had a spot of diarrhea and when we left her a can of food that had no tab. She got the kitty so happy and comfortable that our precious kitty allowed her to do belly rubs. We would love to have Itoshi cat sit for us on our next vacation.
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Karina
August 21, 2025
Itoshi is fantastic and sent me videos and a detailed summary of her visit. My cat feels very comfortable with her and I know she will be taken care of when I’m away! Itoshi also troubleshooted my auto feeder not working, which saved me a lot of stress!
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Caroline
June 11, 2025
Itoshi was great with our three kitty babies! She gave informative updates and devoted time and care to each cat.
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Roberta
July 17, 2025
Itoshi was very patient and gentle with my skittish cat and gave me lots of updates and reassurance that my cat was in good hands!
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Katharine
August 17, 2024
Itoshi is so great! I have two cats, both of whom are ridiculous in their own way 😹😝 My girl Sylvie can be very shy and Milo boy can also be a little more aloof with the ladies, but they warmed up to Itoshi in no time. At one point, the kitties broke into the treat vault and ate most of their goodies. Itoshi took care of the mess, found a new place to put what was left of the treats, and still got those 2 fur balls to come out and play, despite knowing they were in trouble. I also had a very large full-length mirror delivered to the apartment while I was away and Itoshi brought it in without even being asked. Cannot recommend Itoshi enough. Kind, respectful, reliable- I will definitely call on Itoshi again.
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Karina
August 25, 2024
my cat was immediately very comfortable with Itoshi! I loved her updates, videos, and care of my kitty. she also brought in some packages that came while I was away! I recommend her and would definitely book again!
Read moreService Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Itoshi's is 35%
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
Itoshi's holiday surcharge is 35%.
Drop in visits rates
Itoshi's is 35%
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
Itoshi's holiday surcharge is 35%.
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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.
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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.
Elmhurst 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
Estelle
May 10, 2025
Itoshi was our very first cat sitter and she was incredible. We came home to a happy kitty and an orderly apartment. Her daily photos and videos made us feel confident that kitty was well taken care of. Itoshi was a superstar in problem-solving when our kitty had a spot of diarrhea and when we left her a can of food that had no tab. She got the kitty so happy and comfortable that our precious kitty allowed her to do belly rubs. We would love to have Itoshi cat sit for us on our next vacation.
Karina
August 21, 2025
Itoshi is fantastic and sent me videos and a detailed summary of her visit. My cat feels very comfortable with her and I know she will be taken care of when I’m away! Itoshi also troubleshooted my auto feeder not working, which saved me a lot of stress!
Caroline
June 11, 2025
Itoshi was great with our three kitty babies! She gave informative updates and devoted time and care to each cat.
Roberta
July 17, 2025
Itoshi was very patient and gentle with my skittish cat and gave me lots of updates and reassurance that my cat was in good hands!
Katharine
August 17, 2024
Itoshi is so great! I have two cats, both of whom are ridiculous in their own way 😹😝 My girl Sylvie can be very shy and Milo boy can also be a little more aloof with the ladies, but they warmed up to Itoshi in no time. At one point, the kitties broke into the treat vault and ate most of their goodies. Itoshi took care of the mess, found a new place to put what was left of the treats, and still got those 2 fur balls to come out and play, despite knowing they were in trouble. I also had a very large full-length mirror delivered to the apartment while I was away and Itoshi brought it in without even being asked. Cannot recommend Itoshi enough. Kind, respectful, reliable- I will definitely call on Itoshi again.
Karina
August 25, 2024
my cat was immediately very comfortable with Itoshi! I loved her updates, videos, and care of my kitty. she also brought in some packages that came while I was away! I recommend her and would definitely book again!
Francheska
July 13, 2024
Itoshi is such a life saver. My babies absolutely loved her. One of my fur babies, who is generally very shy, surprisingly comes out whenever Itoshi visits! I saw how my babies reacted to her presence at our meet and greet. They just love her presence. she gave me a very detailed message on what was done during the visit, and sends me lots of photos and videos of my babies. Made me still feel like I was there. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone who needs their babies looked after while parents are gone on short or long vacays.
Kelly
June 8, 2024
Itoshi was fantastic. She was very communicative and my Hendrix (who is very picky about people) loved her right away. She paid attention to and communicated little details, like the fact that my cat fountain wasn't running correctly. I would absolutely use her again and she allowed me to enjoy my time away without worrying about my boy.
Kelly
March 30, 2025
This is my second booking with Itoshi and she’s wonderful! Super communicative and took great photos and videos of my Hendrix! I will definitely book with her again and highly recommend her!
Carly
September 2, 2024
Itoshi was super communicative and friendly. My cat was shy when she came to get the keys but warmed up to her really quickly during the visit. I can tell Mochi was really happy to play with her.
Akua
October 8, 2024
Itoshi was wonderful. She took great photos of my cat and gave detailed updates. She also played with my cat and gave her plenty of pets.
Claire
December 27, 2021
Itoshi was absolutely wonderful. She was very loving and attentive to our cat, Maurice. She sent us pictures and videos daily and provided updates. Maurice seemed completely relaxed and stress free when we got back, and we were relaxed knowing he was in good hands! We highly recommend her!
Anna
January 3, 2023
Itoshi took such good care of our three cats while we were away for a week! We could tell that they really bonded with her and when we got back they were healthy and happy. We were scrambling to find a new sitter when our usual sitter wasn't available, and we are so grateful to have met Itoshi. She was great with them, and we so appreciated the good communication by text and the photo updates. She happens to be an amazing cat photographer :)
Anup
April 14, 2022
My wife and I were very grateful to Itoshi for agreeing to look after Pepper for the weekend. In our meet and greet, Pepper hissed and scratched her! She felt confident that next time would be different and was up for the challenge. She is very professional, capable and reliable. We will definitely pick her to sit our cat next time. Thank you Itoshi!
Aubyn
December 30, 2021
Itoshi watched my kitty-boy over the holidays and gave me a daily report with photos that I shared with my extended family. We looked forward to getting them everyday. My cat can be very shy at first but each photo showed a happy, playful and affectionate cat. She was sweet enough to give him a catnip toy on Christmas! It’s hard to travel and leave your beloved cat behind and it’s comforting to know he was in good hands.
Nick
October 12, 2021
Itoshi took excellent care of our cat on super short notice! She sent plenty of pictures and videos, and checked in on the little details and questions that always come up. Highly recommend, she was a huge help!
Xuefei
August 3, 2022
Itoshi was great with our little kitty while we were on our family trip! Communicative and kept us updated with photos and videos. Kitty had fun playing with Itoshi.
Paris
July 9, 2023
My cat is in love with Itoshi! Everytime she visits he gives her immense affection (something he doesn’t do with a lot of people) & learns new tricks! When Itoshi comes & sees Salem I feel at ease knowing he’s getting quality time with someone that genuinely cares for & understands him!
Becki
September 18, 2023
Itoshi is a wonderful and caring cat sitter. She is my go-to when we need to travel. I’m so thankful she was able to watch my sweet boy Ernest. Although, I do have an automatic feeder for quick trips - I do notice that Ernest is happier when we get home having been watched by Itoshi.
Paris
May 9, 2023
Itoshi is amazing!! My anxious cat Salem warmed up to her instantly and she knew exactly how to navigate his moods. She is reliable, sweet, knowledgeable about cats & even taught my Salem a new trick! it gave me such a piece of mind to know Salem was being taken care of Itoshi :)
Becki
March 24, 2022
Toshi is the best! She always sends updates and pictures of my cat. Such a relief to know my kitty is in good hands.
Becki
February 10, 2022
Itoshi was absolutely perfect! She visited Ernest as promised, took pictures and gave helpful updates. She truly went above and beyond.
Roberta
November 2, 2025
Jessamin
October 27, 2025
Paris
October 15, 2025
Paris
October 15, 2025
Karina
September 2, 2025
Roberta
August 23, 2025
Danielle
July 12, 2025
Danielle
June 1, 2025
Akua
May 23, 2025
Itoshi was great once again taking care of my fur baby!
Jessamin
May 21, 2025
Danielle
April 24, 2025
Karina
April 15, 2025
Cathy
April 3, 2025
Paris
March 17, 2025
Itoshi is so reliable, flexible and i trust that every time she is caring for my kitty that he is getting the best most loving care possible. So grateful for her!!!
Akua
March 14, 2025
once again Itoshi did an amazing job with my cat.
Jessamin
December 25, 2024
Brian
December 19, 2024
Dana
November 29, 2024
Reyna
November 3, 2024
Karina
October 12, 2024
Joe
September 4, 2024
Itoshi did a wonderful job. She followed directions very carefully, provided timely updates and quick responses, and kept my cat happy overall. I would recommend her to anyone.
Anna
September 3, 2024
Paris
August 19, 2024
Anna
August 7, 2024
Anna
May 28, 2024
Ray
May 20, 2024
Nick
May 10, 2024
Paris
February 20, 2024
Itoshi is as professional, educated & loving as it gets! Everytime Itoshi visits my baby boy I know he is getting quality care and love. My kitty is very picky and he absolutely adores Itoshi! I would recommend her to anyone I know who need quality kitty care❤️
Anna
February 7, 2024
Paris
December 7, 2023
Nick
November 18, 2023
Paris
October 15, 2023
Paris
October 8, 2023
Paris
September 25, 2023
Paris
September 18, 2023
Paris
September 11, 2023
Paris
September 4, 2023
Paris
August 24, 2023
Paris
August 24, 2023
Mengsha
July 26, 2022
Itoshi was super helpful with my cat Rosie, provided updates and kept me reassured while I was away.
Becki
July 14, 2022
Toshi is a wonderful cat sitter! She’s very reliable and sweet to my boy Ernest. She’s always my first choice when in need of a sitter.
Michel
April 8, 2022
Great communication. Super helpful and caring and the cats loved her 🙂
Meowtel
September 29, 2021
Itoshi is a cat sitter in the Elmhurst area. Her profile has been verified and her references have been checked by Meowtel.
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