I'm Shabab
Purr-Fessional Cat Sitter
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Shabab is experienced with 3 types of medications
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I'm Shabab
Cat Sitting in Middle Village, NY
I know how important and amazing cats are to our every day life, and felt first hand the sadness in leaving your baby even for just one night. I want to take that guilt away by being there for your cats when you need a much needed break from the city or even just a night out.
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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I love meeting all types of cats and their interesting little personalities. Every cat is different and every cat is unique, and I love that about them.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have a 3 year old little buddy and his name is Maul, yes, like Darth Maul from Star Wars. I am looking forward to possibly bringing home another one soon.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
If you don’t enjoy the presence of your cat sitter, then your own cat, who shares many of your characteristics, won’t either. Be diligent with that home visit, and see if that cat sitter is the right choice for you.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Shabab is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Kate
March 23, 2026
We just had our 2nd booking with Shabab. He's excellent with our cat, gives him oral medication and keeps us updated on his daily status. I would highly recommend Shabab!
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Andie
December 28, 2025
Shabab was so great and thorough, he treated our cat like it was his own! He sent pictures daily and was great at responding to messages too.
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Liam
December 31, 2025
Shabab was an amazing caretaker for our cat! He was very communicative and sent many photos of our cat while we were away! Would definitely recommend him!
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Abdul
August 30, 2025
Shabab was fantastic! He took care of our cat for a week and we couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. He was very communicative, sending us updates and making sure we felt at ease while we were away. Our cat was happy and well cared for when we returned. We would definitely trust Shabab again and highly recommend him!
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Ilana
December 26, 2025
Shabab was incredible - he was able to get my shy kitty out of her shell and sent lovely updates. I definitely recommend his sitting services!
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Kate
This month
Service Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Shabab's is 10%
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
Shabab's holiday surcharge is 10%.
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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.
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.
Middle Village cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $31.00. 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
Kate
March 23, 2026
We just had our 2nd booking with Shabab. He's excellent with our cat, gives him oral medication and keeps us updated on his daily status. I would highly recommend Shabab!
Andie
December 28, 2025
Shabab was so great and thorough, he treated our cat like it was his own! He sent pictures daily and was great at responding to messages too.
Liam
December 31, 2025
Shabab was an amazing caretaker for our cat! He was very communicative and sent many photos of our cat while we were away! Would definitely recommend him!
Abdul
August 30, 2025
Shabab was fantastic! He took care of our cat for a week and we couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. He was very communicative, sending us updates and making sure we felt at ease while we were away. Our cat was happy and well cared for when we returned. We would definitely trust Shabab again and highly recommend him!
Ilana
December 26, 2025
Shabab was incredible - he was able to get my shy kitty out of her shell and sent lovely updates. I definitely recommend his sitting services!
Kate
This month
Jacob
This month
Nick
January 5, 2026
excellent communication
Haley
December 30, 2025
Alex
December 28, 2025
Available on short notice for a few days on and around Christmas, total lifesaver. Shabab was a pleasure to work with and very kind, he and our cat got along great. Definitely recommended.
Ilana
December 28, 2025
Jacob
December 26, 2025
Vanessa
December 1, 2025
Abdul
August 31, 2025
Brooke
August 26, 2025
Eric
July 29, 2025
Shabab is a friendly, respectful and responsible individual who is passionate about his hobbies and caring for his cat. He makes a profound effort to ensure his cat is cared for and safe, as well as constantly showering him with attention. If he could bring is cat everywhere with him, he would. He has also been a dependable friend, and a role model with his actions in his day to day life. I value my friendship with him greatly. He is disciplined, outgoing, and a person who can be counted on.
Meowtel
July 29, 2025
Shabab is a background-checked cat sitter in the Middle Village area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)