I'm Joy

Bring Joy To Your Purrrfect Pets

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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

Joy is experienced with 2 types of medications

Topical Ointments Injections / Diabetic Management

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Bring Joy To Your Purrrfect Pets

I'm Joy

Cat Sitting in Flushing, NY

**DON'T SEE THE AVAILABLE DATES YOU WANT? PLEASE REACH OUT AND ASK!!**
**Repeat Clients get a permanent 5% off after the fifth reservation!**
**Now offering 12hrs in your home with your babies! Contact me about having an "overnight" for your cat!

Yes, my name is Joy, and yes, I'm here to bring Joy to your cats!

ABOUT ME!
I'm a full-time 24/7/365 cat person! I look forward to watching your babies as if they were my own!

WHAT TO EXPECT WHILE YOU"RE AWAY?
- Kitties fed and watered (*medicated as needed)
- Dishes washed and dried
- Litter cleaned and refreshed
- Garbage removed
- Engagement with their favorite toys
- Pictures and videos: Every time I see your cats, so do you!

THAT EXTRA MILE!
- Your mail and packages in their designated places
- Floors swept/vacuumed to your specifications
- Plant / other animal care as needed

AVAILABILITY!
Anytime - Please let me...
**DON'T SEE THE AVAILABLE DATES YOU WANT? PLEASE REACH OUT AND ASK!!**
**Repeat Clients get a permanent 5% off after the fifth reservation!**
**Now offering 12hrs in your home with your babies! Contact me about having an "overnight" for your cat!

Yes, my name is Joy, and yes, I'm here to bring Joy to your cats!

ABOUT ME!
I'm a full-time 24/7/365 cat person! I look forward to watching your babies as if they were my own!

WHAT TO EXPECT WHILE YOU"RE AWAY?
- Kitties fed and watered (*medicated as needed)
- Dishes washed and dried
- Litter cleaned and refreshed
- Garbage removed
- Engagement with their favorite toys
- Pictures and videos: Every time I see your cats, so do you!

THAT EXTRA MILE!
- Your mail and packages in their designated places
- Floors swept/vacuumed to your specifications
- Plant / other animal care as needed

AVAILABILITY!
Anytime - Please let me know how I can serve your little ones!

NOT SEEING THE TIMES YOU NEED? MESSAGE ME!
If you're not seeing the days you need, please allow me the opportunity to adjust my schedule to see what would work for your cats!

LOCATION!
My focus is Downtown Queens but I don’t mind traveling further into Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn or outer Long Island.

*MEDICATION EXPERIENCE!
For medical needs, I know how to do insulin injections, a saline IV bag, a feeding tube as well as liquid oral/ear medications. I have had middling success with oral pills. My skill to do all of this will depend on the temperament of your cat.

A NOTE ABOUT KITTY TEMPERAMENT:
Every cat is different, and I relish the chance to get to know your cat especially! Tell me the way to their hearts. If you know your cat to have aggressive behavior, please share this too. This will help ensure safety and comfort for both of us!

MY TWO LITTLE BRATS <3 !
Two glorious grey cats: Capable Jupiter, an adventurous space princess, and her brother, the high-king himself, Nux. My favorite thing is to throw a mouse for CJ to fetch!

HEALTH PROTOCOL:
I am fully covid-vaccinated, and I always get the flu vaccine. I wear a mask when I'm traveling.

I can’t wait to meet your perfect furry precious ones and show them some Joy!

Learn More About Joy

What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?

When I was younger, I used to cat-sit for my family. My family has had cats for as long as I can remember. I was the one person asked when they went on vacation and I was only too happy to accommodate! I'll be celebrating 4 years with Meowtel in July 2026! This whole experience has been really enjoyable. I feel safe and prepared, and like I can really focus on the cats I sit for, knowing how well supported I am.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I know this feels obvious, but the cats! When you reserve me, you will probably get too many pictures and videos of your little ones. They are so precious :) - I love playing with them of course, but my absolute favorite is when they trust me enough to let me give them pets and scratches and belly rubs! Your cats personality is unique and I'll do my best to help them be themselves.

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

I've had a few similar experiences, but my favorites are when a skittish cat, who rarely comes out for strangers, warms up to me and feels safe enough to approach and get pets! There's no greater feeling than winning over a precious shy kitty! This doesn't always happen, but when it does, it's magic.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Nux and CJ. They are two street cats that my wife was able to raise herself. She got them when they were very young and before we were married. I love those little beans! Most precious grey babies! And, you guessed it, I was sitting for them before she and I were even dating!

Are you usually available during holidays?

I do my best to be available whenever you need me! There are a few holidays that I may have to adjust for, but depending on your needs, I'd be more than happy to work with you.

What is your favorite cat toy?

I love a lure toy! I love letting them chase it and catch it. But the best ones are the ones your cat adores!

How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?

I let your cat take the lead. I do my best to be patient and quiet while they get used to me. There's nothing better than a shy cat learning to trust me and come out of hiding to give me head thumps. Once in a blue moon it doesn't work out with a cat I'm reserved for. It's alright, these things happen. If something isn't working out, rather than stress out your kitty, I'll do my best to help you find a sitter that doesn't!


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Injections / Diabetic Management

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Skye

Skye

December 13, 2025

Joy was a joy! Our cat is used to constantly being with people and he was quite lonely when we were out of town. Joy was very gentle with him, took him on little walks and did a great job keeping him company while we were away. She's thoughtful and considerate and we will absolutely use her again when the opportunity arises.

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Pamela

Pamela

October 5, 2025

Joy is very attentive towards our cat and gave her so much play time. She is careful to ask for detailed care instructions and is easy to work with! highly recommend!

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Lorraine

Lorraine

July 8, 2025

Joy watched my two senior cats for one week including dispensing pill medication. She was extremely reliable, conscientious and kept me well informed. This was the first time using her and my mind was at ease the whole time I was away. I highy recommend Joy and will definitely use her again to watch my boys!

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Kelly

Kelly

November 13, 2025

This is our third or fourth time using joy and she’s absolutely fantastic. I always get multiple videos to see how my girls are. She always reviews instructions prior to us leaving my girls love her, which is the most important part. I always know that they’re in good hands over away And get that. Give me the biggest piece of mind.

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Susan

Susan

December 15, 2024

Joy took such good care of my 2 kitties. She went out of her way to make friends with my shy kitty and expertly administered medicine to my other kitty. Joy was very accommodating with my last-minute sitter request and her intro visit put me at ease. I will definitely seek out Joy for my future cat sitting needs. Meowtel is an A+ service.

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Kelly

Kelly

December 13, 2024

This is our third time booking Joy for our three girls. She is always responsive and checks in to make sure nothing has changed with instructions prior to us leaving. She messages when she’s on the way to the house and not only sends pictures but videos. It cracks me up that our VERY shy girl absolutely loves Joy. Vacation is always nice but the extra feeling of happiness upon receiving pictures and updates and piece of mind knowing your fur babies are being well loved in your absence is priceless. I can’t say how highly we recommend Joy

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$36.00 / 20min
$54.00 / 45min
$72.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$84.00 / 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.

Flushing 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!

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