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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

Dave is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Snuggle King

I'm Dave

Cat Sitting in Ithaca, NY

I’ve had cats all my life…currently I’ve got four! I’ve got a warm lap, and a playful spirit (because we’re all kittens inside!). Dependable, friendly and ready for you! Available on select afternoons, evenings and weekends! Willing to do whatever is necessary to make sure your cat (or... I’ve had cats all my life…currently I’ve got four! I’ve got a warm lap, and a playful spirit (because we’re all kittens inside!). Dependable, friendly and ready for you! Available on select afternoons, evenings and weekends! Willing to do whatever is necessary to make sure your cat (or cats!) are as comfortable as possible! I’ve can be on call if necessary and am very cool under pressure in case some unexpected emergency crops up. Your loved ones will be in great hands with me…I’ll treat them as one of my own…as you know, there’s always room for more! Let’s connect!

Learn More About Dave

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

My four cats range in age from 6 (Peter and Tom) to 8 (Mamma) to 15 (old man Felix)…quite the brood!

What is your favorite cat toy?

LOVE playing with feathers and balls…hours and hours of endless entertainment! Catnip ones are fun, too…whatever makes them happy and content!

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

With tender loving care, of course! I’ll allow them to come to me whilst keeping a a watchful eye on them and work to calm their minds and allay their fears

Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills
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May 24, 2026

Dave is a background-checked cat sitter in the Ithaca area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$30.00 / 20min
$45.00 / 45min
$60.00 / 60min
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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.

Ithaca cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $28.00. 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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